Senior Accountant - Client Accounting [T500-23933]

Talent500; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to work with high-profile clients

Career growth opportunities

Professional development in advanced finance operations

Competitive compensation package

Strong team collaboration

Job summary

A leading staffing firm is seeking a Finance Controller / Manager to join a prominent client in the education sector. This role involves managing client accounting services for schools, handling accounts payable, receivable, and month-end activities. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree, 3-6 years of experience in finance, and proficiency in accounting software. The opportunity offers career growth within a fast-paced, innovative environment, focusing on strategic finance leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3-6 years of progressive experience in finance or accounting.
• Preferred experience in bookkeeping and accounting for educational institutions.

Responsibilities

• Handle accounts payable, accounts receivable, and monthly financial close activities.
• Assist with various reconciliations and reporting tasks.
• Work on client accounting for educational institutions in the USA.
• Collaborate with Accounting Manager and Controller.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field

3-6 years of progressive experience

Experience with educational institutional clients

Proficiency with accounting software

Ability to analyze data and implement process improvements

Strong problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Xero

NetSuite

Blackbaud

Job description

Talent500 is hiring for one of its Clients.

About Smith + Howard

Founded over half a century ago, on the guiding vision of Jim Howard and Joe Smith, Smith + Howard based out of Atlanta, USA has grown into a family of companies serving clients across the globe through our tax, accounting and advisory solutions. The company has been dedicated to empowering businesses and individuals to achieve their financial goals through their personal and responsive client service. Smith + Howard is proud to have helped countless entrepreneurs find success and build thriving businesses. At Smith + Howard’s integrated Indian hub in Bengaluru, Smith + Howard Advisory LLC, is focused on ushering in the next wave of innovation in the accounting industry. If you’re eager to work on challenging projects in the global audit, tax and accounting space, this is your chance to join a truly remarkable team.

Finance Controller / Manager

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Staff or Senior Accountant- Client Accounting to work hands on the activities as per SLA covering accounts payable, Accounts Receivable, supporting Month end close activities and providing essential financial reporting, auditing Etc. for a rapidly growing client in the field of School Educations in USA. This role also requires working with Accounting Manager and Controller.

Key Responsibilities:

• (5-6 schools accounting)
• Processing of AP, AR and Bank transactions on daily basis.
• Assist in operational activities.
• Work on various reconciliation and ad Hoch reports Credit and debit card accounting.
• Assist in Month end close activities which includes-Bank reconciliation, Prepaid expenses, Fixed assets, accruals etc.,
• Assist in Audit closure for the schools
• The ideal candidate will be also responsible for all the activities as per SLA covering accounts payable, Accounts Receivable, lead the Month end close activities and providing essential financial reporting Etc.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA, CMA, added advantage not compulsory).
• 3-6 years of progressive experience.
• Preferred experience in book keeping and accounting of educational institutional (Schools)clients in USA and having good understanding.
• Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks Online, Xero, NetSuite, Blackbaud preferably or similar other accounting software. Working knowledge about various prepaid and credit card applications like Travel Card, Ramp, Divvy etc., preferred.
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and implement process improvements. Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills, particularly in client-facing situations.
• Working experience with educational institution clients in the USA is preferred Preferably looking for joiners 30 days' notice period

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to be part of one of the fastest-growing accounting firms in the creator economy.
• Exposure to high-profile clients across USA in the area of Educational Institution.
• Leadership role in a collaborative, innovative, and fast-paced environment.
• Career growth opportunities with a focus on strategic finance leadership.
• Professional development and training in advanced AP and digital finance operations.

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Location and Way of working

Shift Timing: 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM IST (5-day work week)