SENIOR BOOKKEEPER
About The Position
We're looking for a Senior Bookkeeper to join our growing accounting firm. If you thrive on variety, value integrity, communicate effectively, and enjoy helping clients solve complex challenges, you'll feel right at home here. At our firm, we're more than accountants—we're trusted advisors and partners to our clients. We foster a culture that balances professional excellence with flexibility, career growth with personal wellbeing, and high standards with a supportive, family-friendly environment. As a Senior Bookkeeper, you’ll oversee and perform advanced bookkeeping, payroll processing, financial statement preparation, and client support within the Client Accounting Services (CAS) department. This role manages complex client accounts and ensures accuracy and compliance in all accounting outputs. You'll work closely with clients and colleagues, providing excellence in service while continuing to develop your technical expertise, mentor junior team members, and prepare for future leadership opportunities. We're looking for professionals who are eager to grow with us and contribute to the future success of the firm.
Requirements
- Several years of hands-on bookkeeping experience (typically 5+ years).
- Proficiency with QuickBooks and willingness to learn new software as needed.
- Experience preparing payroll and payroll tax filings.
- Strong accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to manage deadlines.
- Ability to communicate effectively with clients and internal staff.
- Ability to work independently and problem-solve issues as they arise.
- Willingness to work overtime during peak tax season.
- Willingness to collaborate across departments and office locations.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
- Experience preparing financial statements, compilations, or similar engagements.
- Advanced QuickBooks knowledge or experience supporting client transitions between systems.
- Experience training or mentoring bookkeeping staff.
- Familiarity with tax workflows and how CAS deliverables feed into tax preparation.
Responsibilities
- Take ownership of advanced bookkeeping tasks for diverse clients, including reconciliations, journal entries, general ledger maintenance, and preparation of financial statements, all in compliance with firm standards.
- Process payroll and related filings, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Prepare sales tax reports, quarterly filings and other routine compliance submissions.
- Provide responsive client support, including accounting guidance, software assistance, and troubleshooting.
- Support onboarding and training new staff and assist clients in transitioning between accounting systems.
- Collaborate across departments to ensure timely delivery of books for tax preparation and participate in process improvement initiatives.
- Maintain accurate documentation and oversee month-end close processes using standardized checklists.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with performance-based bonus compensation plans
- SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with firm contributions
- Firm-paid AICPA & TSCPA memberships
- Firm-paid CPA license renewal and continuing professional education (CPE)
- Paid time off to sit for CPA exams
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
- Generous paid time off, sick days, and paid holidays
- Paid bereavement leave
- Supportive work-life balance with a flexible work schedule
- Paid volunteer hours and firm-wide community service activities
- Vibrant, family-friendly office environments
- Regular firm socials, team-building activities, and a fun, collaborative atmosphere
- Paid Fridays off from October 16 to December 31
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
