US - Senior Accountant (Experience working in an Accounting Firm is REQUIRED)

About 1-800 Accountant:

1-800 Accountant is America’s leading virtual accounting firm for small businesses. Our mission is to provide financial expertise to small businesses in every industry. Our services are powered by a mix of expert CPAs and technology, enabling businesses to minimize tasks while maximizing tax savings. This allows owners to focus their time and energy on growing their businesses while we handle the rest.

We are defining a new accounting services model to help business owners navigate the new economy. We combine technology with a dedicated accountant to serve the needs of start-ups, entrepreneurs, and small businesses by providing extraordinary service at an affordable price. Our team helps business owners focus on the passion they have for their business while helping them with their finances by creating a collaborative effort to help their business thrive.

Position overview:

Philippines
Remote
Senior Accountant

Please send an application using the link below.
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Setting up accounting systems and catch-up back books for new clients
Maintaining cloud-based accounting systems for seamless day-to-day operations, including transaction mapping, payroll running
Preparing reconciliation schedules, including prepaid expenses, fixed assets, accrued liabilities/expenses, deferred revenue.
Managing multiple client engagements and ensuring timely, accurate, and well-presented monthly financial packages
Preparing year-end tax filings related to W2s/1099s/3921s/DE Franchise Tax/SF Gross Receipt Tax
Assessing client’s financial/accounting processes and proposing & managing the implementation of these improvements
Handling client’s shared inbox to manage ad-hoc requests/inquiries.
Collaborating with clients' external parties like auditors and tax advisors for auditing and year-end tax filing support
Following 1-800Accountant’s standardized procedures and policies and identifying process efficiency opportunities
Collaborating with other service lines to develop an integrated service package.

Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, preferably in Accounting or Finance
Familiarity with GAAP and accrual accounting, CPA/CMA certification preferred.
5+ years of client-facing work experience (US clients); experience with E-commerce, Professional Service, SaaS, Nonprofit industries is a plus.
Proficiency in QuickBooks/Xero and various small business software like ---------- , Gusto, Ramp, and more
Proven project management and client relationship management skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Google Sheets/Excel
Experience in building and maintaining standard operations processes is a plus.
Experience managing a distributed team is a plus.

You Will Excel In This Role If You:
Thrive on autonomy, take initiative, and proactively seek out opportunities to improve current relationships and processes.
Are self-directed problem solvers and critical thinkers passionate about driving your clients’ success?
Have great attention to detail.
Are proactive and attuned to clients' needs, willing to take on various roles and ensure client satisfaction.
Demonstrate team spirit and strong communication skills, proactively engaging with your US counterpart and other tea ---------- mbers and stepping in when needed.
Are eager to learn new things as you'll be exposed to many business models, concepts, and leadership styles.

Daily Tools:
Google Suite (especially Sheets)
Keeper
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LiveFlow
1Password
Loom
and more!

Education:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting.