[Hiring] Senior Accountant @AccountingDepartment.com

Role Description

The Senior Accountant role is designed for an experienced professional who is ready for the next step in their accounting career. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, meticulous, and enthusiastic with a can-do attitude. This position is responsible for handling complex accrual-based accounting tasks for multiple clients, requiring minimal direction from Controllers. The Senior Accountant must possess strong analytical skills, excellent technical knowledge, and the ability to deliver accurate and timely results.

A person in this role is comfortable using relevant knowledge, know-how, and skills to convey clear and concise thoughts and ideas to clients and internal teams, both in writing and during virtual meetings. The Senior Accountant is expected to demonstrate sustained month-end close ownership, effective client management, and strong work coordination across team members supporting the client file. Adaptability is key to thriving in this fast-paced environment, as the role demands responsiveness to changing expectations and processes to provide exceptional value to clients.

Qualifications

• 5+ years performing full charge bookkeeping
• 2+ years using QuickBooks and/or NetSuite Software
• Advanced knowledge of fundamental bookkeeping and accounting principles
• Demonstrated experience working with clients transitioning out of Implementation
• Possess a very high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Proven experience coordinating and reviewing transactional work
• Self-directed, highly motivated, and proactive
• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook

Requirements

• Manage all aspects of core and complex accounting areas
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
• Manage fixed asset and intangible asset accounting
• Payroll processing using Intuit or other third-party payroll applications
• Prepare and file sales and use tax returns, property tax filings, and client-specific business and franchise tax payments
• Use critical thinking to independently interpret, research, and apply knowledge to resolve technical accounting issues
• Leverage technology to drive efficiency and scalability

Benefits

• Work from home, W-2 position
• Three work schedule options including Full Time, Mod Time, or Part Time
• Compressed work week option available
• 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