Staff Accountant - Bookkeeper
About The Position
We are seeking a detail-oriented and client-focused Staff Accountant / Bookkeeping Specialist to join our growing team. This role is responsible for managing the day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting needs of independent financial advisory and wealth management firms through QuickBooks Online (QBO). The ideal candidate is a QuickBooks Online Certified professional with experience managing multiple clients, producing accurate monthly financial reports, performing reconciliations, and supporting month-end close activities. This individual will serve as a trusted resource for advisor clients while also assisting the Controller with internal accounting and administrative functions. As our bookkeeping services continue to expand, this position will play a key role in onboarding new clients, strengthening client relationships, and ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality accounting services.
Requirements
- QuickBooks Online (QBO) Certification required.
- 1-3 years of experience using QuickBooks Online in a bookkeeping or accounting role.
- Experience preparing monthly financial statements and management reports.
- Strong knowledge of bank reconciliations, transaction categorization, and month-end close processes.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and client deadlines simultaneously.
- Customer-service mindset with the ability to build trusted client relationships.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Experience supporting financial advisory, wealth management, or professional services firms.
- Experience with budgeting and forecasting.
- Experience using Gusto payroll software.
- Familiarity with outsourced accounting or client accounting services (CAS) environments.
Responsibilities
- Manage bookkeeping and accounting functions for a portfolio of independent financial advisors and wealth management firm clients.
- Serve as the primary accounting contact for assigned clients.
- Conduct client onboarding, including reviewing accounting processes, organizing financial data, and establishing best practices within QuickBooks Online.
- Maintain accurate general ledger records and ensure proper transaction categorization.
- Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations.
- Assist clients with budgeting and forecasting processes.
- Reconcile payroll activity and ensure proper financial statement reporting.
- Complete month-end close activities on a timely basis.
- Prepare and deliver accurate monthly financial reports and supporting schedules.
- Identify accounting discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.
- Communicate directly with clients regarding financial results, bookkeeping questions, and accounting needs.
- Participate in client meetings as needed to discuss financial performance and operational improvements.
- Manage multiple client relationships while maintaining exceptional service levels.
- Assist the Controller with the company's day-to-day accounting operations.
- Support internal reconciliations, reporting, and month-end processes.
- Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and administrative accounting tasks.
- Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.
- Support process improvement initiatives and accounting workflow enhancements.
- Assist with special projects as assigned.
- Support the continued growth of the firm's outsourced bookkeeping service offering.
- Contribute to the development and standardization of client service processes.
- Help improve efficiencies through technology and process enhancements.
- Manage a growing client base, with the opportunity to oversee approximately 30 client relationships.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
