SingerLewak is a Top 100 accounting and consulting firm in the west region. Serving clients since 1959, SingerLewak has developed a reputation for excellence and expertise in the accounting and management consulting industry. Providing the services of a large firm with a blended environment of practices, services and industry specializations, SingerLewak continues to demonstrate renowned industry leadership year-over-year. The firm takes pride in client service and professional and personal advancement, as demonstrated by our SL forward program which promotes a culture of learning and growth through targeted development and leadership programs and SL Cares, together with a continual focus on client service and technological evolvement.
We are currently looking to hire a Senior Accountant for our Accounting Services Department– the Business Solutions Group. Your principal duties will include maintaining accounting records for various clients and assisting with client month end closes. We offer the option of working remotely.
Responsibilities
Prepares month end reporting packages, within required timelines, under an accruals basis
Analyzes or interprets key financial data to identify trends and provide key client insight
Prepares month end closes. Will include balance sheet reconciliations
Maintains general ledger for numerous clients
Performs accounts receivable transactions (i.e. posting sales invoices and remittances) as required
Performs accounts payable functions (i.e. bill pay and bill entry) as required
Prepare payroll for third party processing, if required
Minimum Qualifications
At least 5 years' experience in either industry or public practice
Proven and thorough understanding of double entry accounting. Demonstrated performance of accounting tasks (both processing of transactions and maintenance of accounting records)
Demonstrated understanding of U.S GAAP, and possess a preliminary tax knowledge
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, ideally in accounting or a related field
Ability to travel to client or other firm office locations, if necessary
Strong computer skills including strong proficiency in excel. Knowledge of at least one accounting software program, such as QuickBooks online
Prior experience with data analysis interpretation and data analysis techniques
Ability to work with multiple clients and provide prescribed services, efficiently and within prescribed timeframes
Self -starter; proven ability to identify issues and recommend solutions. Ability to work well within a team as well as independently when required
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of and/or experience with additional accounting software programs which can include, but not limited to; Zero, Intacct, NetSuite, Bill.com or Concur
Bi-lingual in Spanish or second language an advantage
Holds a current and valid CPA’s license, or is working toward obtaining the license by taking and passing the applicable state CPA exam
Either possesses a specialized accounting knowledge in either a particular industry or accounting area or has the ability and propensity to learn new accounting technical guidance and/or technology
$33.65 - $52.88 an hour
SingerLewak is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.