Staff Accountant

About Thrive Business Services

Thrive Business Services is a women owned, client accounting services firm focused on helping our clients prosper and flourish. Our goal is to give our clients reliable financial information to grow their companies. We educate our clients on how to interpret their financials to make them useful and relevant. We streamline back office systems, implement solutions, develop processes for clients and maintain accurate business performance data. We are a high tech and high-touch firm. We regularly communicate with our clients via phone and screen share video conferencing to provide the best service possible. We are a growing organization with a strong culture THIS is what Thrive is all about!

About the Staff Accountant Role

The staff accountant is responsible for performing accurate and timely full cycle accounting tasks for Thrive Business Services using QuickBooks Online and Karbon. To be successful in this role, the staff accountant must be service oriented with strong attention to detail and communication skills.

What does a Staff Accountant at Thrive do?

• Responsible for performing efficient and accurate full cycle accounting work, which may include data entry, maintaining records, assisting with accounts receivable and accounts payable, and performing reconciliations for a diverse group of clients. Process payroll for clients as needed
• Responsible for working in tandem with junior staff members by reviewing financials, verifying and ensuring financial data is entered correctly and accurately; resolving any accounting issues and answering their questions related to the clients they are working on
• Respond to all team member questions and client requests within 1 business day.
• Communicate with clients on a regular basis via phone, emails, and video conferencing; explain financial reports and provide analysis and feedback as appropriate.
• Assist complex and large clients that have specialized accounting needs
• Generate accounting and financial reports including but not limited to Balance Sheet, P&L, Cash Flow Statements, A/R and A/P and other reports as requested
• Prepare and analyze financial management reports ie cash flow forecasts, budgets vs actual, and other cash management reports; adhering to deadlines per client
• Perform administrative duties including keeping notes, records, and completing paperwork
• Represent company values including connection, collaboration, efficiency, and security on a daily basis
• Participate in team meetings and stay current with trainings
• Update and improve processes and SOPs as needed
• Learn new software programs and maintain certifications

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Service Orientation - Ability to empathize with customers and adapt communication style to meet their needs
• Time Management - Meet deadlines, ability to prioritize tasks and goals by managing time effectively and track time in Karbon
• Attention to Detail - Must be detail-oriented; able to follow processes and routines
• Mathematical Reasoning - Highly skilled in math, accounting and financial processes. Have the ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem
• Computer Skills – Must be proficient in using common programs such as Excel, G-Suite, and QuickBooks Online
• Software savvy - must be someone who likes learning new software programs
• Communication – Must be able to speak, read, and write in English so others understand the intended outcome of the communication
• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
• Prioritization – Must be able to adjust to changing priorities and complete multiple projects despite interruptions
• Troubleshooting - Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it
• Deductive Reasoning - The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense
• Must be able to work independently or as part of a team while enhancing personal and departmental performance
• Requires initiative and the ability to analyze complex accounting documents to improve processes and reporting where results have monetary impact

Work Environment

• Remote work with set hours during regular business hours
• Frequent use of computer, multiple monitors, keyboard, and mouse
• Prolonged periods of time in a stationary position

Experience and Education

• Bachelor's degree in accounting preferred and/or certified bookkeeper depending on experience
• Minimum of three years of experience handling full cycle bookkeeping
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Online; QBO Certified
• Advanced Excel knowledge; ability to prepare pivot tables, v-lookups, macros, & queries
• Prior experience with Karbon, Ramp, Bill.com and Clockwork a plus
• Financial analysis and budgeting experience
• Prior experience working for a CPA firm a plus
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail

The Package

• Competitive Salary
• Vacation pay, Sick Pay, Major holidays (includes the week between Christmas Eve and New Years) and Birthdays off
• Health Benefits - Medical, dental, vision, cancer, and disability insurance & FSA
• Life Insurance
• Home office reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company retirement plan with 4% matching
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Remote Workplace - includes computer, dual monitors, ergonomic mouse & keyboard

The company is an equal opportunity employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $72,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) 4% Match
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

Application Question(s):

• How many years of Full Cycle Accounting experience do you have?
• How many clients have you managed at one time?
• What systems or tools do you use to manage deadlines?
• What do you enjoy most about supporting small or growing companies?
• How have you helped a client or employer use financial data to grow their business?
• How many clients have you worked with on QuickBooks Online?
• Have you work with QuickBooks Online in the last two years?
• Typical conversation with a client who is not very familiar with understanding financials. The client has $25,000 net income (cash basis) and the bank account has $10,000. The client does not understand why they have $25,000 net income when the bank balance is $10,000. The client asks you where did the money go? What are three possible answers you could give them for what happened to their money?

Keep in mind: There is no money in Undeposited Funds. There is no theft and the starting balance is not negative $15,000.

• What are your favorite industries to do accounting for and why?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: Remote