Senior Accountant

🔥 17 hours ago

🇺🇸 United States – Remote

⏰ Full Time

🟠 Senior

💲 Accountant / Accounting

👻 Ghost score 11%

What it means: how likely this posting is sitting open without active hiring.How to read it: 60% or higher means we think this is a ghost. Lower scores are less of a worry.How we score it: age, reposts, open roles vs team size, how fast jobs close, and whether pay is listed.Fine print: an estimate from public data, not a judgment of the company. Real jobs can score high, so treat it as a hint, not a fact.

Apply Now

Find Similar Remote Jobs

Set Up Email Alert For New Jobs

📊 Check your resume score for this job

Improve your chances of getting an interview by checking your resume score before you apply.

Upload Resume

AccountingDepartment.com

WebsiteLinkedInAll Job Openings

51 - 200 employees

Founded 2004

💼 Consulting

⚖️ Legal

📣 Marketing

Consulting • Legal • Marketing

AccountingDepartment. com is a leading provider of outsourced accounting services for small to mid-sized businesses across the United States. Specializing in online and cloud-based accounting, the company offers comprehensive solutions that act as a full-scale accounting department, including bookkeeping, controller services, financial reporting, strategic planning, and cash flow forecasting. Founded in 2004, they serve a diverse range of industry sectors, utilizing advanced technologies like QuickBooks and NetSuite to streamline operations and improve financial accuracy. Their team of accounting professionals, including CPAs and financial experts, is dedicated to supporting the growth and financial health of their clients.

📋 Description

• Handle complex accrual-based accounting tasks for multiple clients with minimal direction from Controllers • Maintain assigned clients within approved budgets and scope on an accrual basis • Track time on client engagements and manage work within established budgets • Explain budget variances and lead client meetings • Provide high-level customer service and financial insight • Partner with third-party advisors and client stakeholders • Write and update Client Procedure Manuals • Support clients transitioning out of Implementation through stabilization and ongoing service delivery • Navigate complex or undefined client situations • Identify inefficient processes and workflows and recommend improvements • Own and execute accurate, timely month-end close and financial reporting • Perform class reporting, job costing, trend analysis, and variance review • Review work for accuracy and completeness and ensure timely month-end inputs • Update KPIs, dashboards, reports, and budgets in Jirav • Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable, including unbilled revenue, deferred income, and bad debt allowances • Manage fixed and intangible asset accounting, depreciation and amortization schedules, and asset journal entries • Process payroll using Intuit or other third-party payroll applications • Review W-2, W-3, 941, and state U/E reports and resolve payroll discrepancies • Record, analyze, and maintain financing transactions, including loans and investments • Review lease agreements and determine short-term and long-term classification under applicable accounting standards • Prepare and file sales and use tax returns, property tax filings, and client-specific business and franchise tax payments • Assist with 1099s and year-end payroll inclusions • Research and resolve technical accounting issues • Prepare cash management flash reports and support audits, budgeting, and forecasting • Track inventory and identify unusual or unexpected results • Leverage technology to drive efficiency and scalability • Collaborate with Accountants and Associates supporting transactional work • Provide direction on assigned tasks and month-end close expectations • Maintain accountability for final deliverables and coach peers • Partner with assigned Associates during and after client transitions • Support documentation gathering for budgets, forecasts, and annual audits • Exchange data and reports with client third-party advisors • Assist with special projects and additional responsibilities as needed

🎯 Requirements

• 5+ years performing full charge bookkeeping • 2+ years using QuickBooks and/or NetSuite, including daily transaction processing, monthly close, and financial reporting • Advanced knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, practices, and procedures • Enhanced knowledge of financial reporting and analysis, budgeting, prepaids/accruals, capitalization, financing, job costing, and regulatory tax requirements • Experience working with clients transitioning out of Implementation through stabilization and ongoing service delivery • High degree of accuracy and attention to detail • Experience managing client engagements within defined budgets and scope • Experience monitoring utilization, explaining variances, and proactively addressing risks • Experience coordinating and reviewing transactional work performed by Accountants and Associates • Self-directed, highly motivated, and proactive • Highly organized and process-driven • Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills • Proven experience meeting deadlines • Comfortable delegating tasks and providing feedback • Strong customer service skills • Excellent communication and collaboration skills • Comfortable interacting with clients via phone and webcam • Ability to succeed in a fast-paced environment • Ability to work independently and as a team player • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook • Proficiency with accounting software including QuickBooks Desktop, QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, and Sage Intacct • Experience with third-party applications such as Bill.com, Tallie, Jirav, and TeamWork is preferred • Ongoing desire to expand knowledge of new technology and applications • AIPB, a 2-year associate’s degree in an accounting-related field, or Minor in Accounting preferred but not required • Must submit a resume and cover letter explaining fit for the position • Must include salary requirements in the cover letter

🏖️ Benefits

• Work from home • W-2 position • Three work schedule options: Full Time (37-40 hours), Mod Time (33-36 hours), or Part Time (30-32 hours) • Minimum working hours Monday-Friday 9am-3pm in your time zone, with flexibility for client calls and meetings outside those hours • Compressed work week option • Generous vacation and paid holidays • Group Medical, Dental, Life, Vision, Accident Insurance • 401(k) plan • Participation in a company-wide annual bonus incentive plan • $25 monthly internet stipend • Virtual employee groups, clubs, and activities throughout the year • Casual dress • 100% remote W-2 positions • Career continuity for military spouses • Family-friendly company culture • Career growth and supportive work-life balance