Staff Accountant - Bookkeeper
18 days ago
Saint Paul
Job Description Staff Accountant-Bookkeeping Specialist Position Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and client-focused Staff Accountant / Bookkeeping Specialist to join our growing team. This role is responsible for managing the day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting needs of independent financial advisory and wealth management firms through QuickBooks Online (QBO). The ideal candidate is a QuickBooks Online Certified professional with experience managing multiple clients, producing accurate monthly financial reports, performing reconciliations, and supporting month-end close activities. This individual will serve as a trusted resource for advisor clients while also assisting the Controller with internal accounting and administrative functions. As our bookkeeping services continue to expand, this position will play a key role in onboarding new clients, strengthening client relationships, and ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality accounting services. Key Responsibilities Client Bookkeeping & Accounting Services • Manage bookkeeping and accounting functions for a portfolio of independent financial advisors and wealth management firm clients., • Serve as the primary accounting contact for assigned clients., • Conduct client onboarding, including reviewing accounting processes, organizing financial data, and establishing best practices within QuickBooks Online., • Maintain accurate general ledger records and ensure proper transaction categorization., • Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations., • Assist clients with budgeting and forecasting processes., • Reconcile payroll activity and ensure proper financial statement reporting., • Complete month-end close activities on a timely basis., • Prepare and deliver accurate monthly financial reports and supporting schedules., • Identify accounting discrepancies and recommend corrective actions., • Communicate directly with clients regarding financial results, bookkeeping questions, and accounting needs., • Participate in client meetings as needed to discuss financial performance and operational improvements., • Manage multiple client relationships while maintaining exceptional service levels. Internal Accounting Support • Assist the Controller with the company's day-to-day accounting operations., • Support internal reconciliations, reporting, and month-end processes., • Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and administrative accounting tasks., • Maintain accurate financial records and documentation., • Support process improvement initiatives and accounting workflow enhancements., • Assist with special projects as assigned. Practice Growth & Development • Support the continued growth of the firm's outsourced bookkeeping service offering., • Contribute to the development and standardization of client service processes., • Help improve efficiencies through technology and process enhancements., • Manage a growing client base, with the opportunity to oversee approximately 30 client relationships. Required Qualifications • QuickBooks Online (QBO) Certification required., • 1-3 years of experience using QuickBooks Online in a bookkeeping or accounting role., • Experience preparing monthly financial statements and management reports., • Strong knowledge of bank reconciliations, transaction categorization, and month-end close processes., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel., • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail., • Strong written and verbal communication skills., • Ability to manage multiple priorities and client deadlines simultaneously., • Customer-service mindset with the ability to build trusted client relationships. Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field., • Experience supporting financial advisory, wealth management, or professional services firms., • Experience with budgeting and forecasting., • Experience using Gusto payroll software., • Familiarity with outsourced accounting or client accounting services (CAS) environments. Core Competencies • Client Relationship Management, • Financial Reporting, • Problem Solving, • Organization and Time Management, • Attention to Detail, • Accountability, • Professional Communication, • Process Improvement, • Adaptability, • Teamwork and Collaboration Success Measures Success in this role will be measured by: • Timely completion of monthly client deliverables., • Accuracy and quality of financial reporting., • Successful onboarding of new bookkeeping clients., • Client satisfaction and retention., • Effective management of a growing portfolio of advisor clients., • Contribution to process improvements and scalability of bookkeeping services., • Consistent support of the Controller and internal accounting operations.