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About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field required; CPA or MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in public accounting, client accounting/advisory services, or a comparable multi-client accounting environment.
• Expert-level QuickBooks Online knowledge, including experience with integrations and connected applications; QuickBooks Online certification preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with detailed budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and presenting financial results to clients.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong proficiency with cloud-based accounting and business technology, including the ability to quickly learn and adapt to new systems.
• Experience managing multiple client engagements and competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Experience successfully working in a remote environment with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated experience managing client relationships.
• Working knowledge of tax matters relevant to client accounting and financial reporting.

Nice To Haves

• Nonprofit accounting and audit experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review monthly close work and financial statements prepared by Client Service Managers to ensure timely, accurate, and GAAP-compliant financial reporting.
• Provide technical guidance, review feedback, and mentorship to Client Service Managers to strengthen accounting knowledge, improve the quality of client work, and support their continued professional development.
• Analyze financial results to identify trends, variances, unusual activity, risks, and opportunities, translating findings into meaningful insights for clients and Client CFOs.
• Build strong, high-touch client relationships through frequent, proactive communication and serve as a trusted financial partner who understands each client's operations, priorities, and financial needs.
• Review and present financial statements to clients in a clear and meaningful manner, helping clients understand their financial results and what those results mean for their organization.
• Lead the development of detailed client budgets and forecasts and support ongoing forecasting, cash flow analysis, and financial planning.
• Manage priorities, deadlines, and deliverables across multiple client engagements while maintaining responsiveness, accuracy, and a high level of client service.
• Support client onboarding, including establishing accounting processes, coordinating systems and QuickBooks Online integrations, and training clients on processes and technology.
• Collaborate with Client CFOs on financial analysis, planning initiatives, grant reporting, cash flow projects, and other client-specific projects, bringing flexibility and a problem-solving mindset to changing client needs.
• Support consistent and effective client service by identifying opportunities for process improvement, coordinating with external tax providers and auditors as needed, monitoring engagement scope, and supporting firmwide accounting processes.

Benefits

• Remote work environment
• Comprehensive health and dental insurance
• Short/long term disability coverage
• 401k plan with up to a 4% match
• Wellness stipend to support your health journey
• Generous PTO to recharge and refresh
• Annual performance-based bonus
• Annual team retreats to foster camaraderie and innovation
• A supportive team that values collaboration and professional engagement