Staff Accountant

Main Accounting Services®; United States; Remote; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing, remote bookkeeping and accounting firm is looking for an experienced Accountant to join their team. This role involves managing multiple client accounts, ensuring accurate financials, and using accounting software to produce reports. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Accounting, QuickBooks Online proficiency, and at least two years of relevant experience in an accounting environment. The firm offers competitive compensation and a collaborative work culture dedicated to serving law firms.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a CPA or multi-client accounting environment.
• 2+ years of recent QuickBooks Online experience required.
• QBO certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Posting and categorizing bank activity for clients.
• Reconciling accounts and ensuring accurate payroll and liabilities.
• Producing custom financial reports and managing client records.

Skills

QuickBooks Online

Microsoft Excel

Client Communication

Time Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Equivalent experience with accounting-related coursework

Tools

Dropbox

Adobe

Zoom

Financial Cents

Job description

Main Accounting is a tech-first, rapidly growing, remote bookkeeping and accounting firm. Our specialty and commitment are empowering law firm owners with tailored, accurate financial reports and expert advisory services, with a strong expertise in trust accounting compliance. As a team, we thrive in a collaborative, highly efficient environment where our shared drive for excellence energizes everyone. We take pride in getting the job done right and quickly, handling every detail with precision and care. Our culture is built on clear communication, professionalism, and a shared commitment to staying focused. We like to think of ourselves as a championship team with every member bringing their strengths, working together with precision, and pushing each other to achieve top results, all while staying focused on the bigger picture. We’re looking for our next pro to join our tight-knit, fast-moving bookkeeping and accounting team. Our ideal teammate brings the strengths of Tenacity, the drive to push projects through to completion, and Discernment, the ability to assess details, evaluate options, and ensure things are done the right way. You take full ownership of your work and make outcomes happen without drama. We value professionals who can thoughtfully navigate challenges and handle clients with confidence and grace. If you’re a QBO whiz who handles multiple projects simultaneously and loves the idea of working with law firms, we could be a great fit! Responsibilities: • Posting and categorizing bank activity according to each client’s schedule • Reconciling: All bank, credit card, balance sheet, and loan accounts, and ensuring payroll, deductions, and liabilities are accurate each month • Client trust liability accounts (specific to law firms or other related industries) using 3- or 4-way reconciliation formats • Accounts receivable as needed • Reviewing Profit & Loss statements to ensure proper categorization • Maintaining accurate and organized client records within Dropbox and Google Drive • Producing standard and custom financial reports, including our proprietary • Cash Flow Forecast and Forecast vs. Actual Variance Analysis reports • Tracking project progress, task status, and time daily in Financial Cents, and using Xenett to complete the month-end close processes • Working independently across multiple client accounts to deliver accurate, timely financials, taking full ownership of each client’s reporting, understanding what drives the numbers, and ensuring all reports are accurate by client-specific deadlines • Updating internal client procedures as processes evolve • Managing client workload with autonomy in a remote work environment, ensuring a secure, distraction-free workspace • This is a full-time 40-hour a week position Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a Business-related field preferred. Equivalent experience with accounting-related coursework is also considered • 2+ years of experience in a CPA firm, CAS firm, or other multi-client or multi-entity accounting environment, demonstrating the ability to switch between clients and manage competing priorities • 2+ years of recent QuickBooks Online experience required • QBO certification preferred • Experience with Microsoft Excel and Adobe, as well as Zoom and Dropbox (or similar software) required Bonus points for: • Experience in law firm accounting and/or client trust liability account reconciliations in a related industry • Familiarity with payroll processing software like Gusto or ADP • Experience with RightTool, Financial Cents, Xenett, SaaSant, and/or LiveFlow • Experience or exposure to legal industry-specific software like Clio, MyCase, or LawPay, or similar • Excellent time management and organizational skills, with a proven ability to meet deadlines across multiple clients • Effectively written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate financial information clearly to team members and respond to client inquiries when needed • Genuine interest in working as part of a co-supportive team, while demonstrating initiative, problem-solving abilities, and adaptability to process improvements and technology changes Compensation: $52,000 - $65,000

• Posting and categorizing bank activity according to each client’s schedule• Reconciling: All bank, credit card, balance sheet, and loan accounts, and ensuring payroll, deductions, and liabilities are accurate each month• Client trust liability accounts (specific to law firms or other related industries) using 3- or 4-way reconciliation formats• Accounts receivable as needed• Reviewing Profit & Loss statements to ensure proper categorization• Maintaining accurate and organized client records within Dropbox and Google Drive• Producing standard and custom financial reports, including our proprietary• Cash Flow Forecast and Forecast vs. Actual Variance Analysis reports• Tracking project progress, task status, and time daily in Financial Cents, and using Xenett to complete the month-end close processes• Working independently across multiple client accounts to deliver accurate, timely financials, taking full ownership of each client’s reporting, understanding what drives the numbers, and ensuring all reports are accurate by client-specific deadlines• Updating internal client procedures as processes evolve• Managing client workload with autonomy in a remote work environment, ensuring a secure, distraction-free workspace• This is a full-time 40-hour a week position