Accountant

Rockwater Associates is a growing tech-powered professional services company specializing in providing integrated services in the areas of Tax, Accounting, Human Resources, and Technology services. We are an agile, high performing team with deep cross-domain industry experience that share a passion for delivering integrated solutions that empower business owners to scale and grow their business. Rockwater’s mission is to combine the power of great people with great technology to achieve amazing results for our clients.

We are looking for a highly motivated Accountant to join our growing team! This role is responsible for ensuring the delivery of world-class accounting services to small and medium-sized businesses.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Required to code all billable and non-billable time and manage to an 80% + utilization rate
• Oversee the delivery of agreed upon accounting services to multiple clients
• Support in the creation of client proposals and project schedules
• Manage and lead the month-end close process on behalf of clients to ensure accuracy and time schedules are met
• Prepare and review accurate consolidated financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Prepare and oversee the monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts and subsidiary ledgers
• Identify reporting and process improvements to better utilize systems in place (implement new modules as needed)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet client needs
• Implementation of new accounting software when required
• Leverage technology for improved customer efficiency and to drive customer experience
• Supervise, coach and mentor all levels of staff
• May support account reconciliations and other bookkeeping services, as needed
• Ad hoc duties

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field
• Experience in an advisory or consulting environment is preferred; must be comfortable managing billable and non-billable hours expectations.
• Valid CPA license or Enrolled Agent license is an asset
• 5+ years of accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of SAGE and QuickBooks
• Strong financial analysis skills and thorough knowledge of accounting procedures
• Highly analytical and extreme attention to detail required
• High aptitude and excellent independent judgement
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and to work with a team
• Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of the organization; both internally and externally
• Proficient use of applicable technology and ability to learn new software platforms
• Strong business acumen

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid company closure the final week of the year
• Remote work opportunities
• Flextime scheduling
• Strong opportunity for professional development and advancement
• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
• 401(k) & employer matching

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 3% Match
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

Work Location: Remote