Accounting Associate

Mercer Advisors • Encino, CA

23d • $63,750 - $75,000

About The Position

Why Work at Mercer Advisors? For 40 years, Mercer Advisors has worked with families to help them amplify and simplify their financial lives. How? By integrating financial planning, investment management, tax, estate, insurance, and more, all managed by a single team. Today we proudly serve over 31,300 families in more than 90 cities across the U.S. Ranked the #1 RIA Firm in the nation by Barron’s, we are an independent, national fiduciary legally obligated to always act in the best interest of our clients. Mercer Advisors offers a distinct work environment that stands out in the financial industry. Our overall employee base and client-facing team are composed of 50% women, reflecting our commitment to diversity. We attract top talent from across the country, with no formal headquarters and flexible working arrangements, allowing us to assemble the best team possible. Join us and be a part of a team dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the financial lives of families across the country. Mercer Advisors was ranked #1 for RIA firms with up to $70 billion in assets. The Barron’s top RIA ranking is based on a combination of metrics – including size, growth, service quality, technology, succession planning and others. No fee was paid for participation in the ranking, however, Mercer Advisors has paid a fee to Barron’s to use the ranking in marketing. Please see important information about the ranking criteria methodology here . Job Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented and success-driven Bookkeeper to become an integral part of our Tax & Accounting team. A successful candidate will utilize their educational background, work experience, communication, and organizational skills in analyzing clients' books and performing data entry in QuickBooks. We offer a supportive and team-oriented work environment, and opportunity to learn and grow within our organization.

Requirements

• 2 years of bookkeeping experience
• Prior experience in a CPA or Business Management firm
• Knowledge and understanding of A/R and A/P functions
• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or business a plus
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Pro
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online a plus
• Proficiency in MS Office and data management software
• Experience with MS TEAMS is preferred
• Payroll tax return preparation a plus
• Sales tax return preparation a plus
• Strong organizational and administrative skills
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem solving, critical thinking, interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills with a bias towards efficiency
• Excellent judgment, poise, and professionalism
• Keen ability to work independently, show initiative, and take ownership while understanding the importance of collaboration & teaming
• Practices superior time management. Able to re-prioritize tasks and support teams based on frequently changing needs
• Demonstrates winning Social Customer Service techniques such as empathy, patience, advocacy, and conflict resolution
• This professional role requires availability Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or business a plus
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online a plus
• Experience with MS TEAMS is preferred
• Payroll tax return preparation a plus
• Sales tax return preparation a plus

Responsibilities

• Data entry in QuickBooks
• Monthly bank & credit card reconciliations
• Posting journal entries and adjustments as needed
• Review and post payroll as needed
• Review and analyze financial statements
• Assist with city business license renewals
• Prepare annual 1099s
• File annual Secretary of State Statements
• Working with tax team for tax matters as needed

Benefits

• Mercer Advisors offers a competitive and robust benefit package to our employees.
• Our benefit programs are focused on meeting all of our employees and their eligible dependents health and welfare needs.
• We offer the following:
• Company Paid Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Life & AD&D; Short-Term Disability; Accident; Critical Illness; and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Three Cigna medical plans offerings including two High Deductible Health Plans and a Traditional Co-Pay medical plan.
• Kaiser Medical plans available in California
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions if enrolled in either HDHP medical plan.
• Two comprehensive Dental Plans
• Vision Insurance Plan
• Dependent Care Savings Account for child and dependent care.
• 14 Company Paid Holidays including a full week off at Thanksgiving.
• Generous paid time off program for vacation and sick days
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Family Medical Leave
• Paid Parental Leave (8 weeks)
• Maternity benefits utilizing company paid STD, any supplemental STD, plus Parental Leave (8 weeks) to provide time for recovery, baby bonding, and enjoying your family time.
• Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program
• Company Paid Concierge Services for you and your loved ones for the spectrum of caring needs for your aging parents, young children, life’s challenges and more.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with both Traditional and Roth plans with per pay period match as well as an after-tax option
• Pet Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees