Harding, Shymanski & Company, P.S.C. · 1 month ago
Client Accounting Consultant
Harding Shymanski & Company, PSC is currently seeking a Client Accounting Consultant to serve multiple businesses in their client base. The role involves general ledger closing, financial statement preparation, and providing various accounting-related functions primarily at clients’ locations.
Responsibilities
Reviewing client general ledger activity for proper recording of transactions and correcting client activity where necessary
Prepare bank reconciliations for client accounts
Posting journal entries for items such as accrued expenses, prepaid expenses, depreciation, amortization, and other entries that may be required based on the clients’ industry
Maintain fixed asset and depreciation schedules
Preparation of interim compiled or management use only financial statements utilizing the clients accounting software
Presenting financial results to management and business owners
Assist management in budgeting and financial forecasting as requested
Assist management and tax preparers with gathering financial data needed for ongoing tax planning purposes
Occasional preparation of the following items while onsite: payroll tax returns including year end W-2’s, sales tax returns, business entity reports required by states, etc
Provide client support and assistance regarding accounting related items on an as needed basis
Identify areas for improvement and efficiency in the clients’ accounting processes
Be able to support the entire suite of QuickBooks accounting software applications and have the ability to operate in many different small business accounting software packages
Identify and utilize technology, when possible, to streamline processes and procedures to be more efficient and effective
Qualification
Required
5+ years of accounting experience with a wide range of prior responsibilities in the accounting profession as described in the job duties section
Prior experience in both public and private accounting environments, preferably some mix of public accounting and private accounting OR all public at a smaller CPA firm
A bachelor's degree in accounting
Self-motivated and able to able to work very independently
Capable and motivated to provide our clients with excellent and timely client service
Capable of multitasking by managing multiple projects and deadlines
Exhibit a professional image and effective oral/written communication skills with both clients and co-workers
Be motivated to work as team member and to be able to build consensus to implement new ideas and procedures that are deemed necessary
Be flexible and willing to work additional hours when required
Positive attitude and outgoing personality
Preferred
CPA designation preferred but not required
QuickBooks experience preferred and/or experienced in making actual accounting and bookkeeping entries
Benefits
Generous benefits package