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Lead Financial Accountant

2 months ago


Santa Barbara, California, United States Platform Accounting Group Full time
Job Overview

The Lead Financial Accountant plays a crucial role within our organization. In this position, you will be responsible for comprehensive bookkeeping, payroll management, and business consultancy for a diverse range of individual and corporate clients. Our mission is to foster enduring relationships by delivering exceptional service and oversight to our clients while ensuring a premier experience for our team members across various locations.

About Us:

Platform Accounting Group is a swiftly expanding professional services firm specializing in tax, accounting, assurance, IT consulting, and wealth management solutions for small to medium-sized enterprises and their proprietors. With a network of 28 offices across 11 states, we are poised for significant growth. We recognize that each employee has unique requirements, which is why our innovative business model accommodates more flexible work arrangements than many firms can provide. Experience a professional and vibrant work atmosphere while prioritizing work/life balance.

Your Responsibilities:

  • Deliver accounting and advisory services to a diverse clientele, encompassing individuals and businesses across various sectors.
  • Execute general accounting tasks, including transaction entry and reconciliation of general ledger, credit card, and cash accounts; propose and document journal entries.
  • Conduct intricate adjustments and reconciliations on financial records; perform clean-up of accounting systems and documentation.
  • Leverage accounting software and systems to generate financial reports, ensuring compliance with accounting standards such as GAAP.
  • Design and implement accounting systems and services for new clients.
  • Administer payroll and payroll tax submissions; prepare and file sales tax returns, and manage fixed assets and personal property records.
  • Utilize extensive industry knowledge and research skills to deliver high-level service on complex assignments.
  • Conduct proactive risk assessments and compliance evaluations, offering best practice recommendations to clients.
  • Supervise and review the work of entry-level staff.
  • Oversee personal and team projects, balancing competing priorities to ensure timely project completion and adherence to deadlines.
  • Build and nurture relationships with clients to gain insights into their financial situations and business operations.
  • Analyze financial reports provided by clients and within accounting software.
  • Recommend and document journal entries for business clients.
  • Enhance knowledge of tax regulations and accounting practices to better address our clients' needs.

Qualifications:

  • 3 - 5 years of professional accounting experience, ideally across multiple clients and industries.
  • Exceptional accuracy and technical proficiency, with a solid understanding of client industries.
  • Strong communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, and robust analytical capabilities.
  • Proficient in accounting software and systems, with a quick learning ability for new technologies.
  • Outstanding customer service and interpersonal skills.
  • Proactive in problem-solving and project management.
  • Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
  • CPA designation preferred.

What We Provide:

  • Significant opportunities for career advancement within a rapidly growing professional services firm.
  • Continuous informal and formal training and development.
  • Highly competitive compensation packages.
  • 401(k) and comprehensive medical benefits.
  • Firm-sponsored continuing education initiatives.