Certified Public Accountant

WizeHire, Inc; Schweiz; Remote; CHF 70’000 - 81’000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading accounting firm in Switzerland is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage complex accounting and financial advisory engagements for law firms. The role requires at least 6 years of experience in accounting and expertise in tax preparation. Strong leadership and analytical skills are essential. Join us in fostering client success through innovative solutions and expert advice.

Qualifikationen

• 6+ years of accounting experience with expertise in tax preparation and legal trust accounting.
• Proven leadership skills to manage complex engagements.

Aufgaben

• Lead the preparation and delivery of tax plans and strategies for law firm clients.
• Conduct financial analysis to improve client profitability.

Kenntnisse

Analytical skills

Leadership

Client management

Communication

Problem-solving

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Drake

Lacerte

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

As a Senior Accountant at Prestige Accounting & Consulting, you will act as a trusted advisor to law firm clients, leading the most complex accounting, tax, and financial advisory engagements. This role requires exceptional technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and a proactive approach to client management.

You will play a critical role in driving client success while contributing to the firm’s growth and reputation. If you love flexing your analytical skills and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation, review, and delivery of comprehensive tax plans and strategies for law firm clients.
• Review and approve financial statements, tax returns, and reconciliations prepared by team members.
• Conduct in-depth financial and operational analysis to help clients improve profitability, reduce tax liability, and enhance cash flow.
• Manage the most complex three-way trust account reconciliations, ensuring compliance with IOLTA regulations.
• Oversee and advise on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning for clients.
• Collaborate with the leadership team to identify new service opportunities and develop client-focused solutions.
• Lead training sessions and provide mentorship to junior accountants and staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
• Represent the firm in client consultations, industry events, and networking opportunities to drive client retention and acquisition.
• Establish accounting policies and procedures to ensure the business runs smoothly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 6+ years of accounting experience, with expertise in tax preparation, tax planning, and legal trust accounting.
• Advanced proficiency in accounting and tax preparation software (e.g., QuickBooks Online, Drake, Lacerte) and legal practice management tools.
• Proven leadership and client management skills, with the ability to lead complex engagements and develop strong client relationships.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Compensation

$90,000 - $102,000 yearly

About Prestige Accounting & Consulting

At Prestige Accounting & Consulting, our expertise in IOLTA Accounting and legal accounting enables us to leverage specialized strategies to boost the profitability of law firms.

Our unique ABC bundle, consisting of Accounting, Business, personal taxes, and Consulting, comes at a flat monthly rate, eliminating any unexpected expenses.

Core Values

• Always Improving
• Clarity
• Passion
• Accurate Results

We emphasize values such as clarity, innovation, and client-centric results to help clients achieve profitability and sustained success.