Advisory Accounting Associate I

BPM Overview: What does BPM stand for? Innovation, opportunity, community, diversity, inclusivity, flexibility and so much more. B-P-M stands for “Because People Matter,” because at our core, our people drive everything we do and how we do it.  We are a forward-thinking, full-service accounting firm providing modern solutions to businesses across the globe. We focus on comprehensive assurance, tax, and consulting services for our clients, and we provide our people and our community with the resources to lead meaningful and purposeful lives. While we are one of the largest California-based accounting firms, our flexible work locations and schedules mean we have professionals across the continent. BPM offers a rich diversity in clients, industries, and overall work. Our teams and our clients drive us to provide quality services and ignite unique insights and ideas that contribute to our continued success. Our clients come from different backgrounds and industries, which keep our people intellectually challenged every day.  Our initiatives and ideals lead to our continued recognition as one of the “Best Places to Work” in the Bay Area and beyond. We are dedicated to providing meaningful careers for all of our employees along with fostering an environment that allows an integrated lifestyle. Our flexible culture allows our professionals to live a balanced lifestyle between their work responsibilities and personal commitments.  Accounting Advisory Overview: BPM’s Business & Outsourcing Services team provides comprehensive financial and business advisory services to private, owner-run companies, including family-owned businesses and start-ups. We do this by providing outsource accounting services, cash flow modeling, financial reporting. We also represent companies in securing loans and financing, develop succession plans and exit strategies, and support company growth through tax planning, risk management, system and processes optimization and merger and acquisition integration.  In addition, as part of the Advisory Service Line, our Business Enterprise Services Team (BEST) works with clients on their ERP system implementation needs, introducing and utilizing technology, to streamline their accounting processes and procedures.

You Have (Requirements)

• BS/BA in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, MIS or Information Systems degree (Accounting preferred).
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance
• 1 to 2 years of accounting, accounts receivable or bookkeeping experience (personal assistant, executive assistant experience may be considered comparable).
• Familiar with Microsoft Office; QuickBooks, Bill.com, Xero, Expensify, Concur, NetSuite and Sage Intacct experience preferred
• Excellent attention to detail, problem solver & intellectually curious
• An understanding of professional services and a commitment to the client experience
• Outstanding organization skills and the ability to utilize a wide range of accounting and internal administrative technologies
• The ability to communicate both verbally and written (via text, and email) in a sincere, concise, and professional manner.
• The desire to be a team player but be able to work independently with a solution-oriented approach
• Adhere to the highest level of confidentiality

You Will (Responsibilities)

• Accounts payable (utilizing bill.com, cutting paper checks, filling out wire forms)
• Research and resolve issues or discrepancies with clients’ accounts, bill pay or invoices
• Respond to client requests and inquiries
• Manage vendor relationships, requests, and payments
• Monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date
• Perform monthly reconciliations of client bank accounts and credit cards
• GAAP Accounting
• Journal entries and Accrual Accounting
• Preparation of financial reporting packages
• Participate in special projects as needed

Wondering if you should apply? At BPM we are people who value people. We are progressive and purposeful. We are a firm with flexibility. Our shared entrepreneurial spirit drives us to see and do things differently. And our passion for people makes BPM a place where everyone feels welcome, valued, and part of something bigger. *************** BPM provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federa