Accounting Services Associate - CH Accountants

Your Future Team Churchwell‑Hedman, LLC is a well‑established tax and accounting firm based in Joplin, Missouri, with more than 30 years of experience serving individuals and businesses throughout the Four‑State area. We are known for our strong community presence, personalized client relationships, and expertise across tax preparation, tax planning, tax resolution, accounting, and advisory services. Our team values integrity, collaboration, and delivering thoughtful solutions tailored to each client’s needs.

Churchwell‑Hedman is a part of Archer Lewis, a growing national accounting firm formed by the partnership of respected local practices across the country. Joining Archer Lewis allows us to maintain our local identity and client‑first culture while gaining access to expanded resources, advanced technology, and a broader network of professionals. For our team, this means increased opportunities for growth, collaboration, and career development, all while continuing to serve clients with the same personal, community‑focused approach.

What You’ll DoAs an Accounting Services Associate, you will support a portfolio of small to mid-sized business clients by delivering accurate and timely bookkeeping, payroll, and client accounting services. This fully onsite role is ideal for individuals who enjoy hands-on accounting work and thrive in a client-facing environment. You will play a key role in maintaining financial records, ensuring compliance, and building strong client relationships while contributing to the overall success of the accounting services team.

Perform day-to-day bookkeeping, including transaction entry and general ledger maintenance in Quick Books Online Process payroll and ensure accuracy and timeliness for client accounts

Manage accounts payable and receivable functions

Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations and resolve discrepancies

Prepare financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow) for client reporting

Support year-end close and coordinate with tax teams for Communicate directly with clients regarding financial activity and questions

Assist with process improvements and system efficiencies

What You’ll Bring Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)3–5 years of bookkeeping or client accounting services experience

Strong experience with Quick Books Online Solid Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, formulas)

Experience with reconciliations, payroll processing, and financial reporting

Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple clients

Effective communication and client service skills

What We Offer Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (Coverage begins on the first of the month following your start date.)Paid Parental Leave
401(k) Matching Program Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Pet Insurance Unlimited Flexible Time Off7 Company‑Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Base salary of $23.00-$25.00 plus discretionary bonus (exact base salary amount will be dependent on experience)
Archer Lewis Story Archer Lewis is a national accounting and advisory firm established in 2024 from local practice mergers, leveraging over 70 years of legacy. With 40 offices and over 450 professionals, we serve 150,000+ businesses. Our approach blends small-firm relationships with national capabilities in bookkeeping, tax, advisory, and growth planning. We adapt to client preferences for in-person or online interactions, ensuring they connect with professionals who understand their specific needsAN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

EMPLOYER:

Archer Lewis is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, ancestry, age (over 40), physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer-related), gender identity or expression, genetic information including sickle cell or hemoglobin C trait, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local law.

You are a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident or possess other unrestricted U.S. work authorization and will not require sponsorship for U.S. work authorization now or anytime in the future
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