Abacus Financial Business Management · 9 hours ago
Senior Bookkeeper/ Accountant Manager
Culver City, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expAbacus Financial Business Management is seeking a Senior Bookkeeper/ Accountant Manager who will manage full-cycle bookkeeping for multiple entities. The role involves maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial statements, and serving as the primary contact for clients on bookkeeping matters.
AccountingBusiness DevelopmentFinancial ServicesManagement ConsultingMedia and EntertainmentPaymentsProfessional Services
Hiring Manager
Belva Anakwenze
Responsibilities
Maintain the general ledger for assigned clients with consistent, accurate transaction coding, including depreciation, owner draws, equity movements, accruals, and other adjusting journal entries
Analyze and reconcile all key accounts (general ledger, bank, credit card, and loan), and resolve discrepancies before a period is closed
Perform daily banking activities, including monitoring balances, recording deposits and payments, and preparing transfers or funding as needed
Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable: code and route invoices for approval, process payments, record receipts, and monitor aging
Complete monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities on a defined schedule, ensuring all recurring tasks are finished before close
Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow reports, and management summaries
Prepare monthly cash flow reports and monitor client cash positions on an ongoing basis
Maintain budget and cash flow tracking schedules and compare actual results to budget, identifying and flagging meaningful variances
Assist with processing payroll and payroll related benefit expenses
Ensure compliance with various statutory requirements including payroll, excise and other similar type taxes
Maintain complete, well‑organized reconciliation files, supporting schedules, and backup documentation for all key accounts
Maintain and use task checklists and close calendars for each client (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, annual) to ensure all recurring work is completed on time and in full
Own the workflow for your client portfolio: define what needs to be done, by whom, and by when; monitor progress, remove bottlenecks, and adjust plans when client priorities change
Identify repetitive manual steps or process breakdowns and recommend practical, low‑disruption improvements that strengthen accuracy, reliability, and repeatability
Serve as the primary day‑to‑day contact for a defined group of clients on bookkeeping and routine financial matters
Build steady, professional relationships with clients based on accuracy, clear communication, and reliable follow through
Understand each client’s entity structure, recurring obligations, and preferences, and ensure the bookkeeping work reflects those specifics
Ask precise questions and gather complete information before making changes that affect financial records, confirming understanding in writing when appropriate
Set clear expectations with clients on information needed, timing, and deliverables, and communicate proactively if anything changes
Track open items and client requests so questions are answered and issues are resolved, not left hanging
Review and approve financial reports, cash flow summaries, and other management information before it is sent to clients
Walk clients through their financial statements and cash flow reports as needed, explaining information in clear, straightforward language and highlighting what requires attention and why
Work closely with firm leadership and external accountants to support clean books, complete year‑end packages, and timely tax preparation
Ensure clients experience a consistent, organized approach across all touchpoints and handle sensitive financial information with discretion and care
Qualification
Required
5+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience, ideally in business management, public accounting, or professional services environments
Strong command of full‑cycle bookkeeping, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, reconciliations, and month‑end close
Experience preparing and reviewing financial statements and cash flow reports
Working knowledge of GAAP fundamentals as applied in small business or client‑entity settings
Proficiency with Bill.com and accounting platforms, and strong Excel or Google Sheets skills
Ability to work independently within established processes and manage multiple client files in an organized, methodical way
Clear written and verbal communication skills and a professional approach with clients, colleagues, and external advisors
Extremely detail-oriented to create accurate and timely reports
Strong work ethic with a positive attitude & a fit with the company's culture & values
Preferred
Experience with entertainment, high‑net‑worth, or complex client structures, and prior responsibility reviewing the work of other bookkeepers
Company
Abacus Financial Business Management
Abacus Financial Business Management offers business management, financial affairs, tax preparation, and virtual CFO services.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase