Senior Accounting Consultant

Job Summary

Provide bookkeeping and accounting services to clients, managing recurring client engagements, assisting with special projects, and resolving client issues as needed.

• Assisting multiple clients with accounting and finance functions, including financial close reporting and related support on a recurring monthly basis.
• Create and maintain client financial transaction records using Quick Books, Quick Books Online, , and Fathom.
• Apply accounting principles to analyze financial information and prepare accurate reports.
• Support audits and tax return preparation by creating schedules, gathering information, and providing analysis.
• Manage account reconciliation and month‑end close processes.
• Assist with special projects and resolve client issues.
• Collaborate with other consultants and clients for continuous improvement recommendations.
• Support professional development of team members.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Experience with Quick Books, Quick Books Online, Excel, and  is preferred; overall technical proficiency with accounting software is required.
• Accounting skills to generate, prepare, and review general ledger entries and other records in accordance with GAAP and other accounting bases.
• Ability to identify variances, research questions regarding financial activity, and improve accounting processes and procedures.
• Promote positive working relationships with diverse personalities and roles at all firm levels.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; analytical ability and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and execute work on time and within budget.
• Ability to work in office and remotely (hybrid).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• CPA preferred.
• 3+ years of accounting experience.
• Associate’s Degree in Accounting or related field required.
• This is an exempt position and may require working beyond a standard 40‑hour week.

Compensation range: $40.00 – $55.00 per hour for positions located in IL, MA, or CO.

Benefits include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance;
Flexible Time Off and pre‑determined holidays; 401(k) plan; flexible benefits plans; business‑related travel, lodging, and meal reimbursement; pension plan for eligible administrative staff; discretionary bonus plan for eligible staff.

Plante Moran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Plante Moran maintains a drug‑free workplace.

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