In-Office Staff Accountant for Multi-Client Payroll

Matinee Accounting; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Matinee Accounting in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking an experienced Staff Accountant to manage bookkeeping and payroll for multiple small-business clients. You will maintain ledgers, handle multiple QuickBooks files, and prepare payroll filings across several states.

The role emphasizes accuracy, client communication, and timely financial reporting, with in-office work and flexible hours. Requirements include a accounting degree and 2+ years in public accounting, plus proficiency in QuickBooks and

Qualifications

• Degree in accounting required.
• Minimum two years of public accounting experience.
• Experience managing multiple QuickBooks files for clients.
• Hands-on payroll processing and payroll-tax reporting in multiple states.
• Strong bookkeeping, GL coding, reconciliations, and financial statement prep.
• Experience with payroll tax filings and federal/state reporting deadlines.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and Excel.
• Attention to detail, organization, and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Manage bookkeeping and accounting for multiple small-business clients and QuickBooks files.
• Record and classify financial transactions and maintain accurate ledgers.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, loans, and balance-sheet accounts.
• Prepare journal entries and monthly/quarterly/annual close procedures.
• Prepare financial statements and client-specific reports.
• Track income/expenses by job, project, or location as needed.
• Process payroll for multiple clients on weekly to monthly schedules.
• Prepare and file federal and multistate payroll-tax returns and deposits.
• Ensure payroll tax compliance across states.
• Prepare year-end payroll documents (W-2s, 1099s).
• Assist with payroll registrations and unemployment reporting.
• Enter vendor invoices and manage accounts payable.
• Prepare customer invoices and manage AR/collections.
• Prepare and file sales-tax and excise-tax returns.
• Provide payroll information for workers’ comp policies and audits.
• Communicate with clients to request information and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain organized client records and documentation.
• Manage competing deadlines across multiple client accounts.
• Collaborate with Accounting Manager and team for timely client service.
• This position does not include preparing individual or business income tax returns.

Skills

Public accounting experience

Payroll processing

Bookkeeping

General ledger

Financial statements

Payroll tax filings

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Time management

Education

Degree in accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Matinee Accounting in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking an experienced Staff Accountant to manage bookkeeping and payroll for multiple small-business clients. You will maintain ledgers, handle multiple QuickBooks files, and prepare payroll filings across several states.

The role emphasizes accuracy, client communication, and timely financial reporting, with in-office work and flexible hours. Requirements include a accounting degree and 2+ years in public accounting, plus proficiency in QuickBooks and