Sr Financial Accountant

Polston Tax Resolution & Accounting; United States; Remote; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid volunteer events

Company-sponsored events

Career growth opportunities

Medical, dental, vision; disability; 1

401K with matching

Paid time off

Competitive salary

Job summary

Polston Tax Resolution & Accounting is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to complete monthly bookkeeping for a set inventory of clients. You will manage payroll, payroll tax filings, and sales tax/1099 processing while ensuring exceptional client service.

The role requires a minimum of five years of financial accounting experience and a Bachelor’s degree in accounting. Strong analytical and interpersonal skills are essential in this collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ financial accounting experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required.
• Internet with at least 50 Mbps speed (100 Mbps recommended).
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to complete tasks with thorough attention to all areas involved.

Responsibilities

• Complete the accounting work and maintain current financial statements for an inventory of clients.
• Process payroll and prepare/review payroll tax return filings.
• Prepare and review sales tax returns and 1099s.
• Contact clients to request documentation to complete tasks.
• Ensure an exceptional customer service experience for all clients.
• Review the financial statements completed by staff.
• Supervise 2-3 staff and ensure monthly goals.
• Participate in annual reviews and disciplinary meetings for staff.
• Interview job candidates.

Skills

Financial accounting

Customer service mindset

Detail oriented

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Job description

PLEASE NOTE: To be considered for this position, Polston is currently hiring remote telework positions for workers located in AL, AZ, AR, DE, FL, GA, ID, IN, IA, KS, MD, MA, MO, MT, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NC, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, and WI.

*Polston is not currently accepting applications from any additional states. Moreover, remote workers may not telework for Polston entities from any location not listed as a location from which the Polston entities are currently hiring.

REQUIRED: a minimum of five years’ worth of financial accounting experience with a positive attitude and customer service mindset.

We’re eager to find a Senior Financial Accountant who enjoys connecting with people, knows being detail-oriented is one of their strengths, and has excellent time management skills when juggling multiple competing priorities. Join us and be part of a collaborative team environment where your contributions positively impact your colleagues, the company, and yourself.

Who Are We?

Polston Tax Resolution & Accounting was founded in 2001 with the mission of helping people escape the nightmare of owing back taxes. Today, the firm not only assists those who owe back taxes to the IRS or state but also proudly operates as a full-service tax and accounting firm.

What Will You Do?

The Senior Financial Accountant will complete the monthly bookkeeping for a set inventory of clients.

• Complete the accounting work and maintain current financial statements for an inventory of clients.
• Process payroll and prepare/review payroll tax return filings.
• Prepare and review sales tax returns and 1099s.
• Contact clients via email, phone, and regular mail to request documentation necessary to complete tasks.
• Ensure an exceptional customer service experience for all clients which includes assigned clients and clients assigned to other staff members.
• Review the financial statements completed by staff.
• Supervise 2-3 staff and ensure team is meeting set monthly goals.
• Participate in annual reviews and any relevant disciplinary meetings for those staff members assigned.
• Interview job candidates.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

This job operates in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, etc.

What Can We Give You?

A collaborative, team-based work atmosphere - we bring our best selves to the table and work together to impact the lives of our clients every day.

• Paid volunteer events - we create an environment that supports and values the importance of giving back and serving others.
• Fun company-sponsored events - a great way to get to know each other better.
• Investment in employees - we pride ourselves on giving our employees the chance to grow their careers.
• Caring for Your Whole Well Being - our benefits package is designed with your well-being in mind. We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance in addition to short- and long-term disability, life insurance, pet insurance, and a gap plan through Aflac to eligible employees.
• Additional benefits - paid time off (PTO) such as sick days and vacation days, paid holidays, 401K which includes matching when eligible.
• Competitive Salary - $65,000-$75,000, a pay range that considers skills, experience, and education.

Requirements

What Do You Need?

The Senior Financial Accountant will have a minimum of five years’ worth of financial accounting experience with a positive attitude and customer service mindset.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, required.
• Equipment, such as computer, smartphone, etc. needed to perform assigned work tasks.
• Internet - a minimum of 50 Mbps internet service with a recommended speed of 100 Mbps for optimal performance.
• Exceptional interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills with great follow up.
• The ability to accomplish/complete a task while demonstrating a thorough concern for all the areas involved, no matter how small.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a love for math, calculations, and financial analysis.
• Capacity to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Satisfactory background and reference checks including employment verification.