Senior Accountant

Brightwing; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

A growing business in Birmingham seeks an experienced Accountant to oversee day-to-day financial operations. The ideal candidate will manage bookkeeping, financial reporting, and compliance with GAAP. Responsibilities include maintaining financial records, processing accounts payable and receivable, and preparing financial statements. Competitive salary and benefits offered for this full-time position.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven experience in small business accounting or bookkeeping.
• Solid understanding of GAAP.
• Ability to handle confidential financial information.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records, including general ledger and accounts.
• Process and reconcile bank statements and financial transactions.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

Skills

Accounting Principles

Quickbooks

Microsoft Office Suite

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Quickbooks

CRM platforms

Job description

Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

The Accountant will be responsible for the day-to-day financial operations of our company. This role requires a proactive and resourceful individual who can handle all aspects of accounting, from bookkeeping to financial reporting and analysis. The ideal candidate will be a trusted financial partner, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and providing valuable insights to support business decisions.

Responsibilities

• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Process and reconcile bank statements, credit card statements, and other financial transactions.
• Categorize and record all business expenses and revenue.
• Accounts Payable & Receivable: Process vendor invoices, ensure timely payments, and manage vendor relationships.
• Generate and send customer invoices, monitor payment status, and follow up on overdue accounts.
• Reconcile accounts payable and receivable ledgers.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (e.g., Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement).
• Assist in budget preparation and monitoring.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide financial reports and insights to management to support decision-making.
• Tax Compliance: Assist with the preparation of annual business tax returns (e.g., federal, state, local income taxes, sales tax).
• Ensure compliance with all applicable tax laws and regulations.
• Maintain organized tax records.
• General Accounting & Administrative Support: Serve as the primary contact for financial inquiries.
• Implement and maintain strong internal financial controls.
• Stay up-to-date with accounting best practices and regulations.
• Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of proven experience in small business accounting or bookkeeping.
• Proficiency with Quickbooks accounting software, Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel) and will need to learn CRM platform.
• Solid understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Discretion and ability to handle confidential financial information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in promotional products industry.
• Knowledge of Syncore CRM platform.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Health insurance, paid time off, 401(k).
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• The opportunity to make a significant impact on a growing business.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Accounting