Accounting Associate

Location Requirement:

This is a fully remote position; however, candidates must be based in Serbia to be considered.

Mission Statement

We aim to become one of the top 100 CPA firms in the US through a culture of continuous improvement, positioning ourselves as the go-to partner for businesses nationwide and setting the standard for excellence in accounting.

Role Expectations:

At GreenGrowth, we are seeking a new team member to fill the role of Accounting Associate. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with a strong accounting background and a passion for detail-oriented work. The ideal candidate will possess experience in various aspects of accounting and will excel in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You will be part of our outsourced CFO and Accounting Team, which comprises Accounting and Finance Managers in both the US and Serbia.

Responsibilities:

• Provide assistance with recording bank transactions and performing bank reconciliations for clients without a dedicated day-to-day bookkeeper.
• Working with the client’s bookkeeper to answer questions on Quickbooks, how to record transactions, and how to reconcile bank statements
• Reviewing the work of the bookkeeper
• Recording accrual entries – accrued payroll, inventory, prepaids
• Recording tax accruals – federal income tax, state income tax, sales tax
• Preparing monthly reports – PL, Balance Sheet, Statement of Cash Flows, KPI reports
• Preparing budgets & pro-forma projections
• Preparing estimated taxes on a quarterly basis
• Filing sales tax, local tax, property tax, and excise tax returns
• Assisting clients with notices arriving from tax authorities
• Working with the in-house Tax Team to assist with income tax filing.

Accounting Associate will generally work with 5-10 clients depending on the size.It’s a hybrid position. There is no set working time (i.e. 8 am to 5 pm), rather the candidate is evaluated on ability to complete the projects. Meetings are generally set in the mornings PST (California time) up to 12 pm, but occasionally could happen after, so the candidate might in certain cases have to jump on a meeting after 5pm Serbia time.

Accounting Associate KPIs consist of client retention, % of accounting closes completed by the 15th of the following month, and 360 feedback (i.e. downstream direct reports feedback, upstream direct reports, same level team member feedback, cross department feedback).

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3-6 years of experience in accounting roles.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrate excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and managing time effectively.

Has experience with:

• Accounting & finance in the following industries: manufacturing, distribution,
• wholesaling, retail
• Has a knowledge of using any accounting software – general ledger, AR, AP
• Knowledge of Quickbooks Online or Quickbooks desktop software is a plus but not required
• Comfortable working remotely and interacting with clients via video share (Zoom, Uber conference etc.)
• A great plus: Knowledge of software such as – Zoom, Slack, Trainual, T-Sheets
• Exceptional Excel skills – look up, sumif, and pivot tables
• Strong understanding of inventory accounting
• Recording and reviewing intercompany transactions
• Creating and reviewing consolidations
• Managing bookkeepers and staff accounts
• Performing and reviewing month end reconciliations
• Creating and maintaining monthly cash flows
• Preparing and reviewing tax returns
• Exceptional knowledge of English

Why GG?💚

At GreenGrowth CPAs, we're a highly motivated team that values flexibility, collaboration, and professional growth. When you join us, you'll enjoy a wealth of benefits that support your success and well-being:

🤸Flexible time schedule and remote work

🎉Fun team events

🖥️Equipment to work remotely

The journey doesn't stop here! During the interview process, we'll be excited to share even more of the perks and opportunities that await you at GreenGrowth. If you're driven to grow and thrive in a nurturing, innovative environment, we encourage you to apply now!