Private Client Solutions Accounting Specialist

Eide Bailly LLP; Solana Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Eide Bailly LLP in Solana Beach, CA, seeks an accounting professional to join a team delivering comprehensive services to multi-generational client needs. You will manage day-to-day accounting operations and act as an extension of clients' internal accounting departments.

This role involves reconciliation, month-end close, reports, and tax form preparation, plus collaboration with tax experts, to drive accuracy and strategic client value.

Qualifications

• Degree in accounting or equivalent experience preferred.
• Strong general ledger accounting knowledge and confidentiality.
• Ability to adopt technology solutions and streamline processes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive accounting services for multi-generational clients.
• Manage day-to-day accounting operations as an extension of client finance teams.
• Be the primary client contact for routine accounting matters.

Skills

General ledger

Communication

Tech savvy

Excel

QuickBooks

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Solana Beach, CA

Work Arrangement: In-office OR Hybrid

A Day in the Life:

• Works on a team to deliver comprehensive accounting services tailored to multi-generational client needs.
• Manages day-to-day accounting operations for clients, acting as an extension of their internal accounting department.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for clients on routine accounting matters, fostering strong, service-oriented relationships across generations.
• Leverages secure technology solutions to maintain real-time, accurate accounting records.
• Collaborates with internal tax experts to deliver customized solutions to clients.
• Performs timely reconciliation of client bank accounts to ensure financial integrity.
• Executes month-end balancing and journal entries, providing detailed analysis of general ledger accounts to support Seniors/Managers during the closing process.
• Prepares reports and filings—including sales tax reports, year-end tax forms, and monthly/quarterly/annual financial statements.
• Provides Senior/Manager with analysis of accounting data to enable strategic, high-level advisory services for family enterprises.
• Identifies and recommends process improvements to enhance efficiency and client experience.
• Offers backup support to other staff, ensuring continuity of service for clients.
• Contributes to business development initiatives by identifying opportunities to deliver additional value to clients, reinforcing long-term, multi-generational partnerships.
• Supports Private Client Solutions team in fulfilling client-directed special projects, ensuring responsiveness and excellence across a wide range of needs—not limited to accounting services—to deliver exceptional client experiences.
• Ensures timely and accurate performance on assigned projects.
• Maintains compliance with project budgets, turnaround times, and deadlines.

Who You Are:

• Associate's Degree or Bachelor Degree in Accounting or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Deep knowledge of general ledger accounting principles, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality for complex, multi-generational family structures.
• Ability to think innovatively to incorporate technology solutions and streamlined processes.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally.
• Ability to work on multiple projects and meet deadlines by setting priorities with work projects.
• Proven relationship-building skills, fostering long-term partnerships with clients and internal teams while maintaining discretion and sensitivity to family dynamics.
• High proficiency in technology and accounting platforms, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), QuickBooks, and other specialized software.

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

Making an Impact Together

People join Eide Bailly for the opportunities and stay because of the culture. At Eide Bailly, we've built a collaborative workplace based on integrity, authenticity, and support for one another. You'll find opportunities for education and career growth, a team dedicated to your success, and benefits that put your family's needs first. Hear what our employees have to say about working at Eide Bailly.

Compensation(as applicable)

$25.00-$32.00 per hour. Our compensation philosophy emphasizes competitive andequitablepay. Eide Baillycomplies withall local/state regulationsregarding displayingranges.Final compensation decisions are dependent upon factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and internal equity.

Benefits

Beyond base compensation, Eide Bailly provides benefits such as: 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.

Eide Bailly 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.