Staff Accountant

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
Location: Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Position: Full-time, In Office with flexible hours
Compensation: Competitive; based on experience

About Matinee Accounting

Matinee Accounting is a locally owned accounting firm helping small-business owners spend less time managing their books and more time doing what they love. Our team provides personalized bookkeeping, accounting, payroll, and financial services tailored to each client’s needs.

We are looking for an experienced, detail-oriented Staff Accountant who enjoys working with multiple clients, solving problems, and building meaningful relationships with small-business owners. The ideal candidate has a strong background in public accounting, experience managing multiple QuickBooks files, and hands-on knowledge of multistate payroll and payroll-tax reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage bookkeeping and accounting functions for multiple small-business clients and QuickBooks company files.
• Record and categorize financial transactions and maintain accurate general ledgers.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, loans, and other balance-sheet accounts.
• Prepare journal entries and complete monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close procedures.
• Prepare accurate financial statements and other client-specific financial reports.
• Track income and expenses by job, project, location, or other categories, as appropriate.
• Process payroll for multiple clients on weekly, biweekly, semimonthly, and monthly schedules.
• Prepare and file federal and multistate payroll-tax returns and related reports.
• Calculate and submit payroll-tax deposits and maintain payroll compliance across applicable states.
• Prepare year-end payroll documents, including Forms W-2 and 1099, as applicable.
• Assist with payroll registrations, unemployment reporting, and other state-specific payroll requirements.
• Enter vendor invoices and coordinate accounts payable processing and payment activities.
• Prepare customer invoices, record payments and deposits, and assist with accounts receivable management.
• Prepare and file applicable sales-tax and excise-tax returns.
• Report payroll information for workers’ compensation policies and assist with annual workers’ compensation audits.
• Communicate directly with clients to request information, answer questions, resolve discrepancies, and provide updates.
• Maintain organized client records and supporting documentation.
• Manage competing deadlines and priorities across multiple client accounts.
• Collaborate with the Accounting Manager and other team members to ensure accurate, timely client service.

This position does not include preparing individual or business income-tax returns.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in accounting.
• At least two years of experience in a public accounting environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple QuickBooks company files for multiple clients.
• Hands-on experience processing payroll and preparing payroll-tax returns in multiple states.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping, general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Experience preparing payroll-tax filings and meeting federal and state reporting deadlines.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize assignments, and manage multiple client deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Professionalism, discretion, and the ability to maintain confidential client information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop.
• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and sales-tax reporting.
• Familiarity with multistate payroll registrations and unemployment reporting.
• Experience with workers’ compensation reporting and audit preparation.
• Experience with job-cost accounting or project-based financial reporting.
• Comfort working directly with small-business owners across different industries.

Why Join Matinee Accounting?

• Work with a collaborative, supportive accounting team.
• Build meaningful relationships with local business owners.
• Enjoy variety through working with clients across multiple industries.
• Apply your accounting and payroll expertise in a hands-on role.
• Contribute directly to the success of growing businesses.
• Receive competitive compensation, work in a fun, inviting environment with flexible hours.

If you are an experienced accounting professional who takes pride in accurate work, strong client relationships, and helping small businesses succeed, we encourage you to apply.