STAFF ACCOUNTANT

Location: Remote
Working Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday, Flexible (40 hours/week). Standard work hours are 7am –1pm EST with flexibility for the remaining hours.
Salary: $1,500–$1,800 USD/month

Company Overview
We are a fast-growing remote CFO Advisory and Accounting firm that provides high-quality bookkeeping and financial reporting services to small businesses. With a client-centric approach and a commitment to excellence, our team thrives on helping businesses stay financially organized and successful. We pride ourselves on a collaborative, supportive remote work environment that values attention to detail and proactive communication.

Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Staff Accountant to support the preparation of full-scope bookkeeping services and accurate financial reporting for a portfolio of clients. This role is focused on producing complete and reliable financial information using internal reporting templates, with final review and presentation handled by the Accounting Manager.
The Staff Accountant will primarily work within the internal team at Focus Finance and Accounting, ensuring that financial data is complete, accurate, and ready for review.
This role goes beyond traditional bookkeeping and is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can think critically through complex issues, and enjoys helping lead and organize a growing team.

Key Responsibilities
Bookkeeping & Financial Reporting

Prepare full-cycle bookkeeping for assigned clients, including maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records
Complete bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations
Prepare monthly financial statements (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
Ensure all supporting schedules and documentation are accurate and complete

Internal Review & Support

Submit completed financial reports to the Accounting Manager for review, along with variance analysis and identification of potential client issues
Address feedback, revisions, and adjustments as needed to finalize reporting packages
Assist in identifying discrepancies or issues during the close process and support resolution

Collaboration & Client Interaction (Limited)

Collaborate closely with internal team members to ensure deadlines and quality standards are met
Communicate with clients as needed to resolve reconciliation issues, discrepancies, or clarify bookkeeping items
Participate in occasional client discussions to support understanding of transactions or account activity (not responsible for presenting financials)
Proactively identify and resolve issues before they escalate

Strong communication skills, accounting knowledge, and sound accounting judgment are essential for success in this role.

Requirements

5+ years of accounting or bookkeeping experience with strong full-cycle knowledge
CPA license preferred
Non-profit account experience preferred
Advanced experience with QuickBooks Online (certification required) and Spreadsheet Sync
Strong understanding of U.S. accounting principles, reconciliations, and financial statements
Proven experience in a client-facing role, resolving issues and assisting clients with bookkeeping questions
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and thrive in a fast-growing environment
Comfort working remotely with reliable internet and professional workspace
Strong Microsoft Excel experience
Understanding of AI systems including Copilot
Experience with Asana, SharePoint, Fathom or similar task/time management tools

Why Join us?

Direct impact on clients and internal operations
Flexible work structure with defined core hours
Collaborative, supportive remote team environment
Exposure to a diverse portfolio of U.S.-based small business clients
Clear opportunity for growth as the firm continues to scale

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