Senior Accountant

Job Purpose

Senior Accountants at BELAY bridge day-to-day accounting execution with technical accounting expertise and client-facing financial insight. They are responsible for ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and quality of recurring accounting services across an assigned client portfolio and serve as a key accounting escalation point for Staff Accountants and Bookkeepers.

Senior Accountants independently perform and review complex accounting activities, support month-end close, analyze financial results, and help identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and client outcomes. They provide guidance and technical support to Staff Accountants and Bookkeepers while partnering closely with Accounting Managers and Controllers to ensure consistent service delivery, appropriate client communication, and alignment with engagement scope. Senior Accountants are expected to lead through expertise, accountability, coaching, and collaboration.

.Duties & Responsibilities

As a BELAY Team member, you will professionally represent the company in all virtual and in-person interactions. You are expected to exemplify our mission, vision, and core values while fostering a collaborative and positive team environment.

Client Service & Relationship Management

• Serve as a primary accounting escalation point for day-to-day client questions, accounting issues, and complex transactions.
• Communicate directly with clients regarding accounting matters, financial results, and recommended actions within the scope of the engagement.
• Deliver accurate, timely, and meaningful financial reporting that helps clients understand business performance and key financial metrics.
• Identify accounting, process, or reporting challenges and recommend practical solutions.
• Partner with the Accounting Manager or Controller to maintain client satisfaction, address scope concerns, and ensure consistent service delivery.
• Escalate complex technical accounting matters, significant scope concerns, or client risks to the Accounting Manager or Controller as appropriate.
• Support a seamless client experience by partnering with internal teams and connecting clients with additional BELAY resources when appropriate.

Accounting Operations & Financial Reporting 

• Execute and oversee complex recurring accounting activities, including:
  • Month-end revenue entries and clearing account reconciliations
  • Inventory and cost of goods sold reconciliations and journal entries
  • Prepaid, accrued, and deferred revenue schedules
  • Balance sheet reconciliations
  • Financial statement preparation and review
  • Variance analysis and investigation
  • Accounts payable and accounts receivable support
  • Payroll accounting and reporting support
  • Cash flow reporting and analysis support
  • Sales tax and 1099 support, as applicable
• Review financial statements and account reconciliations to identify unusual activity, errors, or areas requiring additional investigation.
• Analyze financial results, gross profit margins, and key performance indicators to identify trends and potential issues.
• Maintain accurate and well-organized accounting records within QuickBooks Online and other client systems.
• Review work prepared by Staff Accountants and Bookkeepers for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to established accounting processes.
• Resolve accounting issues and provide technical guidance when transactions or reconciliations require additional research or judgment.
• Ensure accounting work is completed in accordance with applicable accounting principles, internal controls, BELAY standards, and client-specific requirements.

Staff Accountant & Bookkeeper Support

• Serve as a technical resource and escalation point for Staff Accountants and Bookkeepers.
• Review work and provide timely, constructive feedback to improve accuracy, efficiency, and accounting knowledge.
• Coach team members through complex reconciliations, transactions, month-end issues, and client-specific accounting questions.
• Help Staff Accountants and Bookkeepers understand the "why" behind accounting requirements and processes rather than simply correcting work.
• Identify recurring errors, knowledge gaps, or process challenges and communicate trends to the Accounting Manager.
• Support onboarding and cross-training of Staff Accountants and Bookkeepers by sharing technical knowledge, best practices, and client-specific processes.
• Reinforce standardized accounting procedures and help promote consistency across the team.
• Serve as a resource for Bookkeepers when issues require additional accounting knowledge or escalation beyond routine bookkeeping responsibilities.

Process Improvement & Collaboration

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, efficiency, accuracy, and automation.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of accounting processes, SOPs, and best practices.
• Partner with Accounting Managers and Controllers on accounting initiatives, client transitions, and special projects.
• Assist with client onboarding, transitions, and other projects when technical accounting support is needed.
• Collaborate across BELAY teams to resolve issues and improve the overall client experience.
• Demonstrate accountability, adaptability, sound judgment, and professional maturity in all interactions.

Minimum Qualifications

This role requires a motivated and trustworthy self-starter with strong communication and technological skills who thrives both independently and as part of a team. Our ideal Senior Accountant is proactive, analytical, and client-focused, with the confidence to lead accounting discussions and support the development of others.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 4-8 years of accounting experience, preferably in client-service or outsourced accounting environments
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial statements, and month-end close processes
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Online and related applications (e.g., BiLL, Gusto, Shopify, Amazon, Fathom, Cin7, or comparable platforms)
• Excellent communication skills and client service orientation
• Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines in a remote environment
• High attention to detail, organization, and follow-through

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting or reviewing Staff Accountants or Bookkeepers
• Experience with inventory, e-commerce, or other complex accounting environments
• Experience with financial analysis, KPIs, cash flow, and gross margin
• Experience identifying process improvements and implementing accounting efficiencies

Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical accounting and analytical skills
• Strong problem-solving and investigative skills
• Ability to review work, identify issues, and provide constructive feedback
• Strong client communication and relationship management skills
• Ability to explain accounting concepts clearly to clients and team members
• Strong coaching, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing skills
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines while maintaining accuracy and quality
• Sound judgment and ability to recognize when issues require escalation
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new systems, technologies, and processes
• Demonstrated accountability, ownership, and professional maturity

Working conditions

BELAY Corporate offers full-time remote work, requiring a dedicated, distraction-free home office for standard Monday-Friday business hours, with occasional travel for some roles. As a full-time, exempt W-2 employee, you'll join a vibrant, award-winning company culture where you're a valued, engaged team player in a thriving organization.

Physical requirements

This position does not have any physical requirements at this time.

Direct reports

None

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications. Responsibilities may change from time to time based on business needs, and team members may be assigned additional duties as needed.

Legal Disclosures

Pay Range: $65,000-$80,000 annually

Starting Pay Range: $65,000

Other Types of Pay: None

Health Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance are available to eligible employees. BELAY covers 70% of employee premiums and 65% of dependent premiums for medical, and 70% of employee premiums for dental and vision. Company-paid life insurance ($15,000 coverage) and short-term/long-term disability coverage (STD: 60% of weekly earnings up to $1,500; LTD: 60% of monthly earnings up to $10,000) are provided at no cost to full-time employees.

Retirement Benefits: 401(k) plan through Vanguard, with a 4% employer discretionary match. Employees are eligible after 90 days of employment.

Paid Time Off: Full-time (40 hr/week) employees receive 15 days of PTO annually; full-time (30 hr/week) employees receive 12 days. Additional PTO is awarded at 3- and 5-year tenure milestones.

Paid Holidays: 12 paid holidays annually (New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, President’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and one floating holiday of the employee’s choosing).

Paid Sick Leave: Full-time employees’ PTO accrual generally satisfies state and local paid sick leave requirements in the states where BELAY hires. BELAY follows all state specific requirements.

Method of Application: Apply online via the link provided in this posting.

Application Window: The posting will remain open until filled.

Contact Information: Questions regarding this posting may be directed to hrhelp@belaysolutions.com. .

EEO Statement: BELAY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Location Requirements:

This role is remote within the U.S. in Eastern or Central Time Zones. Due to employment and tax compliance considerations, we are currently unable to hire employees in the following states: California, New York, Illinois, Oregon.