Sr. Accountant at Little Fish Accounting

Sr. Accountant at Little Fish Accounting
Paradigm Consulting recruiting on behalf of Little Fish Accounting

Are you an innovative and results-driven accounting professional passionate about empowering small businesses?

Do you enjoy working closely with entrepreneurs and want to be a key player in a dynamic, women-owned CPA firm dedicated to helping businesses thrive and grow?

Little Fish Accounting is a women owned and run specialized CPA firm, passionate about supporting professional service providers in the small business space. We serve our clients through a range of services including accounting, tax consultation, and strategic financial planning.

Our primary clientele loves us because we understand the unique experience of entrepreneurs and small business CEOs, and our compassionate and empathetic approach to business finance equips business owners with the actionable, strategic financial advisory they need to grow their businesses.

The Little Fish Accounting team is committed to serving our clients with excellence, and expects all team members to reflect and embody this promise in all aspects of their work, whether internal or client-facing.

Learn more about Little Fish Accounting : https://www.littlefishaccounting.com/

Overview of the Sr. Accountant role

At Little Fish Accounting, the Senior Accountant is at the forefront of financial integrity. They meticulously update and maintain precise financial records, ensuring accurate classification through journal entries and efficient processing of invoices. Moreover, this role is critical in delivering on our promise of a spa-like experience by ensuring the seamless execution of all deliverables for our monthly clients.

Thorough reconciliations enhance data accuracy, and the Senior Accountant prepares complex financial and management reports, providing crucial insights for our monthly accounting clients.

Providing bookkeeping and financial statement analysis for approximately 10 clients, this role enforces the highest standards of financial accuracy and compliance. Active participation in process improvements, unwavering dedication to financial regulations, and a pivotal role in client activity all contribute to Little Fish Accounting's enduring commitment to financial success.

Time Commitment: This is a Full-Time, exempt role. This person is expected to be available and work traditional business hours of 9am - 5pm Eastern Time

Compensation: $55,000 - $60,000 per year (based on experience) + competitive benefits package

Location: Remote

Status: This role is a W2 employee position. You must be legally authorized to work as a W2 Employee in the United States.

This could be for you if…

• Are proficient in conducting in-depth analysis of financial backend systems to proactively identify and rectify errors, ensuring client deliverables are error-free and accurate upon delivery.
• You are lit up by the chance to show what you’re made of when it comes to your knowledge about all things Accounting.
• You have a keen eye for finding errors, you will be the reviewer of many things and must be able to review carefully before submitting work to the Tax Account Manager.
• You are confident about your communication and relationship building skills.
• You are resourcefully resilient, you know you can get things done if you have a clear goal and access to Google (or a helpful boss!)
• You are not afraid to take a look at a P&L and provide actionable insight, based on the numbers alone.
• You are great at mining information from financial reports, and making accurate and insightful analysis
• You don’t enjoy making mistakes (obviously), but recover quickly when you make them and thrive when you get clear feedback and constructive criticism
• You are passionate about small business, and would love the opportunity to help our clients succeed
• You know the why behind the what when it comes to small business financials, and are great at relating to people and explaining complex topics
• You excel in making people feel seen and heard
• You are tech-savvy and enjoy learning new software

This is not for you if…

• You tend to get easily overwhelmed and shut down, especially when managing multiple tasks and deadlines at once
• You are uncomfortable with constructive criticism
• You hesitate to ask for help
• You worry about bothering or annoying your supervisor
• You prefer to be prepared for every situation so you never have to wing it
• You like to work in finance because it is predictable and straightforward
• You don’t have a desire to connect with clients in a professional but sincere way
• You aren’t excited about the possibility of working with and on a collaborative, inclusive team

Responsibilities

Accounting Quality Control

• Review and verify the accuracy and completeness of financial transactions recorded, including entries, invoices, and receipts before pushing work to the Account Manager for review.
• Conduct regular reconciliations of accounts, bank statements, and financial data to identify discrepancies or errors and ensure they are corrected.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements, making corrections and adjustments as needed.
• Conduct financial reviews and internal control assessments to ensure financial integrity and minimize risks.

Reconciliations and Financial Reporting

• Perform weekly bookkeeping tasks to keep client informed and records up to date.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements for LFA monthly accounting clients.
• Perform accounting reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies as needed.
• Prepare and promptly post journal entries, ensuring accurate classification and allocation of expenses and revenue.
• Diligently investigate and resolve any discrepancies or issues identified.
• Assist with variance analysis and reporting to help identify cost-saving opportunities.

Administrative Accountant Duties

• Assist the Tax Account Manager as needed with the financial information needed for preparation and submission of tax returns.
• Develop and implement accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Support the month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Maintain organized financial files and records for easy retrieval.

Required Skills

• Strong ability to review work and find errors.
• High level of competency in Accounting analysis, research, and strategy.
• Forward-thinking individual, with high-level of attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks tasks and manage time effectively to meet deadlines
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Self-starter and resourceful, with the ability to take initiative on tasks and work independently to find solutions

Education and Experience

• BA in Accounting, Finance or Similar field preferred
• 2+ years of Accounting experience
• Familiarity with QuickBooks accounting software.
• Proficiency in ClickUp, Google Apps, Slack, and Canopy is a plus.
• Comprehensive understanding of general ledger accounting and account reconciliation.
• Excellent communication skills, with a strong emphasis on client interaction.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• CPA license is preferred but not required.

Application process:
We value transparency and respect your time! Here’s what to expect in our application process:

First Round Interview – A 30-minute virtual chat to learn more about you and share what we’re all about. Second Round Interview – A 60-minute live accounting test/project. We want to see your skills in action! Final Round Interview – A deeper conversation to ensure it’s the right fit for both of us.

*All offers are contingent on reference and background checks.* To ensure a fair process, AI assistance is not permitted at any stage and may be verified if needed.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are a company that highly values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage Black, Indigenous, Latinx, Asian, LGBTQIA+ and those who hold marginalized identities not listed to apply, even if you don't think you fit 100% of the criteria.

Little Fish Accounting is committed to fostering diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made on the basis of business needs, regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• On-the-job training
• Professional development assistance
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: Remote