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The LaSalle Group

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Solomon Page

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Freelance accountants often juggle several clients at once, each with their own reporting requirements and deadlines. Successful freelancers use project management tools, strict scheduling, and clear communication to stay organized and ensure timely delivery of financial statements, tax filings, and advisory work. Establishing transparent processes for document collection and client communication is also key to minimizing errors and meeting expectations. Building strong client relationships and setting clear boundaries helps prevent scope creep and ensures a manageable workload.

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AspectFreelance AccountantBookkeeper
CredentialsCPA or accounting degree often preferredBasic bookkeeping certifications or experience
Work EnvironmentIndependent, remote or client-siteOften in-office or remote, handling daily transactions
Employer/Industry UsageServes multiple clients, freelance basisEmployed by a business or small company
Common Search/ComparisonYesNo

Freelance Accountants typically have advanced credentials like CPA and handle complex financial tasks for multiple clients, working independently. Bookkeepers focus on daily transaction recording, often with basic certifications, and may work directly for a single business. While both roles involve financial data, Freelance Accountants provide higher-level services and strategic advice, whereas Bookkeepers manage routine record-keeping.

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To thrive as a Freelance Accountant, you need a strong grasp of accounting principles, financial reporting, and tax regulations, typically backed by a degree in accounting or finance and relevant certifications such as CPA or ACCA. Proficiency in accounting software like QuickBooks, Xero, or Sage, and familiarity with cloud-based financial tools, is crucial. Excellent communication, time management, and self-motivation are vital soft skills for building client relationships and handling multiple projects independently. These skills ensure accurate financial management, client trust, and sustainable business growth in a competitive freelance environment.

What does a freelance accountant do?

The job duties of a freelance accountant involve working to assist clients with accounting tasks. Your responsibilities may vary based on the needs of each client and the area of your expertise. Some accountants specialize in preparing taxes and financial documents for businesses, or while others manage financial data, track variables, such as expenses, profits, and cash flow, for a company, and audit records for accuracy and compliance with reporting regulations. As an independent freelancer, you work on a contract basis, and you may work with more than one client at a time.

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Freelance accountants are independent professionals who provide accounting services to individuals, small businesses, or organizations on a contract or project basis. Unlike in-house accountants, they are not full-time employees but work for multiple clients, offering services such as bookkeeping, tax preparation, financial reporting, and consulting. Freelance accountants typically set their own rates and schedules, allowing for flexible work arrangements. They often work remotely or on-site, depending on client needs, and may specialize in certain industries or accounting software.
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Senior Analyst, Corporate Accounting

Starcom Mediavest Group Germany Gmbh

Boston, MA • On-site, Remote

$60K - $89K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Publicis Groupe is a global leader in communication and is positioned at every step of the value chain, from consulting to execution, combining marketing transformation and digital business transformation. Through a unified and fluid organization, Publicis Groupe partners with its clients across communication, media, data and technology to ensure access to the full breadth of capabilities in every market. Present in over 100 countries, Publicis Groupe employs around 103,000 professionals.

Job Description

This position reports to the Associate Manager of FR&C and plays a key role in supporting month end close, strengthening internal controls, and ensuring billing accuracy. The Senior Analyst will take ownership of core accounting processes, contribute to cross functional initiatives, and operate with a high level of independence and accountability. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, proactive, and comfortable balancing hands on accounting responsibilities with higher level analytical and process improvement projects.

Responsibilities

Lead and actively participate in the month end close process Prepare and review journal entries, perform GL reconciliations, analyze accounts, and maintain supporting documentation Analyze and explain variances across client P and L accounts, identifying trends and potential risks Perform SOX reviews of billing files and invoice requests to ensure compliance and accuracy Serve as Finance point of contact for client Account team members and cross functional partners Respond to internal and external information requests in a timely and professional manner Identify and implement continuous process improvements across accounting and billing workflows Support internal and external audit requests, ensuring documentation is complete and accurate Contribute to special projects and cross departmental initiatives as needed

Qualifications

Strong proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel Experience with accounting systems required SAP experience preferred

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required 3 plus years of progressive accounting experience Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities with a sense of urgency Comfortable interfacing with employees across multiple offices and functions via phone, email, and virtual meetings Demonstrated initiative, ownership mindset, and problem solving ability Strong team player who is flexible and willing to support extended hours during close cycles when required

Additional Information

Our Publicis Groupe motto "Viva La Difference" means we're better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent.

Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.

If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMTTACompliance@publicis.com.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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 Compensation Range: USD $60,800.00 - USD $89,600.00/Annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 9/14/2026.Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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