Staff Accountant (US Remote)

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About the positionResponsibilities• Posting weekly or monthly activity for clients into their cloud-based accounting system• Performing month-end reviews and reconciling accounts against bank and credit card statements• Generating journal entries and any other accruals or adjustments needed for clients• Utilizing web-based tools to process payments for clients that utilize outsourced A/P functions• Generating monthly or quarterly reporting dashboards for clients• Responding to client inquiries for information about transactions and assisting them with minor technical issues• Assisting with running payroll for clients as needed• Providing training to clients on the various systems they use as needed• Performing reviews with the client periodically to ensure services align with their goals• Coordinating and monitoring bookkeeper work• Communicating daily with clients via email and within 48 hours of email receipt• Keeping senior accountant informed of deliverable statusRequirements• Bachelor's degree in accounting• At least one year of experience working for multiple clients• Experience with at least one type of cloud-based accounting platform (preferably Xero, QBO, Sage, or Netsuite)• Ability to categorize transactions based on a typical chart of accounts• Experience using project management, task management, or practice management toolsNice-to-haves• Detail-oriented with strong communication skills• Ability to juggle multiple clients and prioritize tasks• Proactive attitude towards finding better ways to work• Comfortable working online and using various software tools• Top-notch discretion in handling clients' privacy and sensitive informationBenefits• Flexible schedule and ability to work-from-anywhere• Comprehensive healthcare and dental plans• Robust 401(k) retirement savings program• Opportunities for bonuses based on goals and metrics• Complimentary Peloton membership• Generous paid time off (PTO)

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