Staff Accountant - Financial Solutions

BELAY - Corporate • Atlanta, GA

1d • $50,000 - $65,000 • Remote

About The Position

BELAY Staff Accountants deliver accounting services to multiple Financial Solutions clients, serve as primary contacts for day-to-day accounting matters, and participate in regular client and internal meetings. Alongside core accounting work, they coordinate and oversee assigned Bookkeepers’ daily work, review bookkeeping deliverables, monitor workflows and deadlines, resolve routine accounting matters, and escalate complex issues.

This is a full-time, fully remote position within the United States, with a preference for candidates in the Eastern or Central time zones. The role requires a dedicated, distraction-free home office during standard Monday–Friday business hours. Occasional travel may be required for some roles. BELAY cannot currently hire employees in certain states because of employment and tax compliance considerations; the posting names California, New York, Illinois, Oregon, and Washington in one section, and California, New York, Illinois, and Oregon in another.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of accounting experience; client-service or outsourced accounting experience is preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial statements, debits and credits, and account reconciliations.
• Experience with recurring accounting activities and month-end close processes.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Online and familiarity with accounting, payroll, and business management platforms.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines.
• Ability to review work for accuracy, coordinate workflows, and provide day-to-day direction to Bookkeepers.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and a professional, client-focused approach.
• Accountability, sound judgment, and ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• Dedicated, distraction-free home office for standard Monday–Friday business hours.

Nice To Haves

• Experience coordinating, reviewing, or providing day-to-day guidance to Bookkeepers or other accounting team members.
• Experience supporting multiple clients in an outsourced accounting or professional services environment.
• Experience with inventory, e-commerce, or project- and service-based businesses.
• Experience with financial reporting, cash flow management, or variance analysis.
• Experience with QuickBooks Online, BILL, Gusto, Shopify, Amazon, Cin7, or similar platforms.
• Working toward or planning to pursue a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.

Responsibilities

• Professionally represent BELAY in virtual and in-person interactions and contribute to a collaborative, positive team environment.
• Manage day-to-day accounting activities across assigned client accounts, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, account reconciliations, sales tax, and cash flow management.
• Complete recurring accounting tasks and support month-end close to maintain accurate, timely, and complete financial records.
• Coordinate accounting deliverables and follow up on outstanding items to meet client deadlines and expectations.
• Communicate with clients about routine accounting matters, outstanding information requests, and day-to-day financial operations.
• Participate in client meetings and manage accounting-related email communications on behalf of clients.
• Identify discrepancies and potential accounting issues, resolve routine matters independently, and escalate complex issues appropriately.
• Direct and oversee assigned Bookkeepers’ day-to-day work to ensure tasks are accurate, consistent, and completed on schedule.
• Coordinate bookkeeping workflows, monitor deadlines, and follow up on incomplete or overdue deliverables.
• Review bookkeeping work, including transaction coding, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation, for errors and items requiring correction.
• Provide Bookkeepers with routine guidance and constructive feedback on accounting procedures, client-specific requirements, and quality standards.
• Reinforce adherence to BELAY standard operating procedures, internal controls, and client-specific accounting processes.
• Identify recurring errors, quality concerns, and workflow challenges, escalating technical issues or performance concerns to the appropriate Senior Accountant, Controller, or Accounting Manager.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, accuracy, and efficiency; follow established procedures and contribute to consistent accounting practices.
• Partner with Senior Accountants, Controllers, and Accounting Managers to resolve issues and support quality service delivery.
• Demonstrate accountability, adaptability, and professionalism in client and internal interactions.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance are available to eligible employees. BELAY covers 70% of employee medical premiums and 65% of dependent medical premiums, and 70% of employee dental and vision premiums.
• Company-paid life insurance with $15,000 coverage and short-term and long-term disability coverage at no cost to full-time employees.
• 401(k) plan through Vanguard with a 4% employer discretionary match; employees are eligible after 90 days.
• Full-time employees working 40 hours per week receive 15 days of annual PTO; full-time employees working 30 hours per week receive 12 days. Additional PTO is awarded at 3- and 5-year tenure milestones.
• 12 paid holidays annually, including one floating holiday of the employee’s choosing.
• Full-time employees’ PTO accrual generally satisfies applicable state and local paid sick leave requirements; BELAY follows state-specific requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level