Senior Accounting Consultant
Plante MoranAbout the role
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Job Summary
Provide bookkeeping and accounting services to clients. Responsibilities include managing recurring client engagements, assisting with special projects, and resolving client issues as needed.
Your role.
Your work will include, but not be limited to:
Assisting multiple clients with their accounting and finance functions including financial close reporting and related support, on a recurring monthly basis.
Create and maintain records of client financial transactions using technology including QuickBooks, QuickBooks Online, Bill.com, and Fathom.
Apply principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare accurate financial reports.
Support audits and tax return preparation by creating supporting schedules, gathering information, and providing analysis as requested.
Manage reconciliation of accounts and month end close processes.
Assist with special projects and resolution of client issues.
Collaborating with other consultants and clients for continuous improvement recommendations.
Professional development of team members.
Perform other duties as assigned.
The qualifications.
Experience working with QuickBooks, QuickBooks Online, Excel and Bill.com is preferred, overall technical savvy with accounting software programs is required.
Accounting skills necessary to generate, prepare and review general ledger, journal entries, accounting records in accordance with GAAP and other basis of accounting.
Ability to identify variances and research questions regarding financial activity and to improve accounting processes & procedures
Promote positive working relationships with diverse personalities/roles at all levels in the firm
Strong interpersonal and communication skills required
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to plan and execute own work on time and within budget
Ability to work in the office as well as remotely (hybrid)
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
CPA preferred
3+ years of accounting experience
Associates Degree in Accounting or related field is required
This is an exempt position, so you may have to work hours that exceed the standard 40
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