Senior Associate-- Finance and Accounting BPO/Managed Services

Baker Tilly • Frisco, TX

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About The Position

As a Senior Associate in our Mid Market Outsourced Accounting & Advisory Services practice, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality accounting and advisory services to our clients. You will be a hands-on leader on engagements, responsible for executing complex accounting tasks, overseeing key client deliverables, and mentoring junior staff. This role is for a highly skilled and experienced professional who is ready to take on more responsibility, serve as a key point of contact for clients, and contribute to the strategic delivery of our services. You will work in a dynamic, collaborative environment, leveraging your technical expertise to ensure client satisfaction and drive successful outcomes.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of progressively responsible experience in professional accounting functions is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
• Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Proficient knowledge of MS Office Suite, with proficiency in ERP systems (e.g. Workday, SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks Online, Sage Intacct, NetSuite) as a plus.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with both clients and internal team members.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify issues, analyze data, and develop solutions.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, with experience mentoring and reviewing the work of junior staff.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in public accounting or a consulting environment is a plus.
• CPA certification is preferred or in progress.
• Proficient knowledge of MS Office Suite, with proficiency in ERP systems (e.g. Workday, SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks Online, Sage Intacct, NetSuite) as a plus.

Responsibilities

• Engagement Execution: Lead the day-to-day execution of client accounting engagements, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and on time. This includes managing month-end close processes, complex reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Client Management: Serve as a primary point of contact for client teams, addressing questions, resolving issues, and providing proactive communication.
• Technical Expertise: Apply a strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) to all work, ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Process Leadership: Take ownership of key processes like Procure-to-Pay (P2P), Order-to-Cash (O2C), and Record-to-Report (R2R), identifying and implementing improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Team Leadership & Mentoring: Coach and mentor junior associates, reviewing their work and providing constructive feedback to support their professional development.
• Problem-Solving & Analysis: Perform in-depth financial analysis and research to solve complex accounting issues and provide insights to managers and clients.
• Advisory Support: Contribute to advisory projects, providing recommendations for business and process improvements based on your knowledge of client operations and industry trends.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees