Associate Bookkeeper - Outsource Accounting Services Reynolds + Rowella in Ridgefield, CT

Title:

Associate Bookkeeper
- Outsource Accounting Services

Location:

Ridgefield, CT

Department:
Outsourcing Accounting (OAS) - Accounting

Job Description:

Reynolds + Rowella is a growing public accounting and advisory firm providing Tax, Audit, Outsourced Accounting, Human Resources, and Business Consulting services to a diverse client base. With offices in Ridgefield and New Canaan, Connecticut, we serve individuals, closely held businesses, and organizations across a variety of industries.

We are proud to be one of the few independent regional accounting firms in Fairfield County, offering expertise, resources, and capabilities of a larger firm while maintaining the personalized service and collaborative culture of a close-knit team. Due to the continued growth/expansion of our Outsourced Accounting Services (OAS) practice, we are seeking an OAS Associate to join our team.

This role provides the opportunity to work closely with business owners, executives, and clients across a wide range of industries while gaining exposure to accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, payroll, technology, and advisory services. The position offers meaningful mentorship, hands-on-experience, and significant opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a growing practice.

As a member of Reynolds + Rowella, you will be part of a successful, family-oriented professional services firm that values collaboration, flexibility, work-life balance, and long-term career growth. We have been recognized as a Top Workplace by Hearst Media Group for multiple years and has been named a Top Firm in New England by Accounting Today, an IPA Top 400 Firm, and a Best of Accounting Award Winner.

If you are looking to advance your accounting career within a growing firm that values employee development, teamwork, and exceptional client service, we encourage you to apply.

• Healthy Work/Life Balance
  - Hybrid Work Schedules - 2 days on site, 3 days remote
• Rewarding Working Culture - team building and volunteer events, employee-led committees
• Coaching/Mentorship Programs for our staff
• Career Development with clear goals
• Strong Competitive Compensation + bonuses
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Strong Comprehensive Benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary/Company Paid Life Insurance, short/long-term disability insurance, Medical FSA, Dependent Care
• Generous PTO Program + Paid Holiday Schedule
• Employee referral bonus program
• Tuition / CPA exam & study materials reimbursement
• Gym Membership reimbursement
• Summer Flex Time/Hours - off Fridays
• Dress for your day policy

$33 - $36 an hour

Pay: 33-36/hr. + OT eligibility + bonus

The OAS Associate will support the Outsourced Accounting Services team by performing a variety of accounting, bookkeeping, reporting, payroll, client service functions. This individual will work directly with supervisors, senior associates, managers, and clients to deliver high-quality accounting services while developing both technical expertise and client-facing skills. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, technology-savvy, and eager to learn. They are motivated to grow professionally, take ownership of their work, and contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment.

• Perform diversified accounting assignments under the direction of supervisors and senior team members.
• Prepare and maintain accounting records, general ledgers, work papers, and supporting documentation.
• Assist in the preparation of entity and individual financial statements and customized client reports.
• Support cash flow reporting, budgeting, and financial analysis initiatives.
• Prepare and/or review quarterly and annual informational and non-tax filings.
• Assist with the creation of monthly financial reports and summaries.

• Track, monitor, and reconcile payable invoices.
• Process accounts payable transactions and assist with vendor payments.
• Handle accounts receivable activities and customer invoicing.
• Assist with banking, cash management, and client bill payment services.
• Utilize Quick Books Online and related cloud-based technologies to manage client accounting functions.

• Assist with payroll tracking and monitoring of payroll with holdings.
• Support payroll-related accounting functions and reconciliations.
• Process sales and use tax filings and related compliance activities.
• Coordinate accounting information/client deliverables with firm's tax department.

• Assist with reconciliation of bank accounts, investment accounts, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting schedules.
• Prepare organized work papers and supporting documentation.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial information.

• Develop proficiency with Reynolds + Rowella's…