Client Accounting Services Senior Associate

Overview

A Day in the Life:
Client Accounting Services Senior Associate in Bismarck, ND. The role involves working on a team to provide accounting services for clients from a multi-faceted approach, handling day-to-day accounting needs as the client’s accounting department, and overseeing the work of outsourced accounting specialists. The position supports the outsourced CFO with analysis for high-level advisory services and coordinates activities to meet client needs within specified time frames.

• Actively handles day-to-day accounting needs for clients, functioning as their accounting department.
• Works on a team to provide accounting services for clients from a multi-faceted approach.
• Oversees and reviews work of outsourced accounting specialists.
• Serves as a key point of contact on day-to-day accounting matters for the client.
• Utilizes technology to properly account for all accounting transactions for the client in real time.
• Reconciles client bank accounts and assists with month-end balancing and journal entries; provides analysis of GL accounts to support or serve as the outsourced controller during the month-end process.
• Prepares reports, returns, and other documents as required, including sales tax reports, year-end tax forms, monthly/quarterly/annual financial statements, and other reports required by clients.
• Provides the outsourced CFO with analysis of accounting information for high-level advisory services.
• Makes recommendations to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
• Coordinates activities to meet client needs within a specified time frame.
• Participates in training new employees in the outsourced accounting services area and delegates work based on availability and experience.
• Participates in business development and proactively seeks opportunities for Eide Bailly to provide additional services to clients.
• Ensures timely and accurate performance on assigned projects and maintains compliance with budgets, turnaround times, and deadlines.

Location:

Bismarck, ND

Work Arrangement:
In-office

• You have a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting preferred; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
• 3+ years of accounting or bookkeeping experience required.
• A valid CPA or CMA license or working towards obtaining one is preferred but not required.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to bring solutions to the table.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently.
• Well-rounded knowledge of general ledger accounting and principles.
• Ability to think innovatively to incorporate technology solutions and streamlined processes.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines by setting priorities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and clients.
• Proficiency with computers, Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), Quick Books, and various software packages.

Must be authorized to work in the United States now or in the future without visa sponsorship.

Culture at Eide Bailly:
Integrity. Meaningful Relationships. People. Authenticity. Trust. We focus on building a collaborative workplace based on those values. Benefits include generous paid time off, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) profit sharing, life and disability insurance, lifestyle spending account, certification incentives, education assistance, and a referral program.

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Eide Bailly LLP is proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under local, state, or federal laws.