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Accounting Manager

Sandy Springs, GA · On-site

$90 - $140/hr

Lead, mentor, and work side-by-side with a lean accounting team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Requirements * 5+ years of progressive accounting experience ...

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Deal Advisory Director

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$192K - $334K/yr

Lead and manage buy-side and sell-side accounting and financial due diligence engagements * Develop relationships with clients and engage in effective interactions with target company executives

Deal Advisory Director

Austin, TX · On-site

$192K - $334K/yr

Lead and manage buy-side and sell-side accounting and financial due diligence engagements * Develop relationships with clients and engage in effective interactions with target company executives

The Night Auditor should be familiar with hotel operations and accounting procedures and have ... West Side YMCA 5 West 63 St New York, New York, 10023 United States EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER ...

Accounting Specialist

Montgomery, AL · On-site

$43K - $53K/yr

On the accounting side, this position assists with the Accounts Payable process, maintains accounts payable files and the prepaid expense schedule, assists with monthly closings and bank deposits ...

Lead and manage buy-side and sell-side accounting and financial due diligence engagements * Develop relationships with clients and engage in effective interactions with target company executives

Remote Senior Accountant

Orlando, FL · Remote

$70K - $90K/yr

Role Summary Are you a public accounting pro who loves the advisory side of the business? We are a thriving CPA firm specializing in the dental industry, and we're looking for a Senior Accountant to ...

Senior Accountant

Arden Hills, MN · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

At Forj Medical, we work side by side with more than 100 medical device companies from startups to ... Join us. The Senior Accountant is responsible for supporting the Controllership function which ...

Senior Accountant

Arden Hills, MN · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

At Forj Medical, we work side by side with more than 100 medical device companies from startups to ... Join us. The Senior Accountant is responsible for supporting the Controllership function which ...

Support sell-side readiness by identifying accounting gaps, improving and preparing transaction-ready financial reporting, enhancing monthly and quarter-end close processes, and addressing complex ...

Senior Accountant

Chicago, IL · On-site

$76K - $96K/yr

You'll work side-by-side with the Controller as his right hand, with increasing ownership of close ... BA in Accounting or related field * 3-4 busy seasons in public accounting * Hands-on close ...

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How much do side accountants jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for side accountants in the United States is $68,326.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,500.00 and $78,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Side Accountants vs Bookkeepers?

AspectSide AccountantsBookkeepers
CredentialsOften require accounting certifications (e.g., CPA, CMA)May not require formal certifications
Primary RoleFinancial analysis, tax planning, and strategic adviceRecording financial transactions and maintaining ledgers
Work EnvironmentConsulting firms, accounting firms, or freelanceIn-house or small business settings
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by businesses needing expert financial guidanceUsed by small businesses for daily financial record-keeping

Side Accountants typically hold professional certifications and focus on strategic financial tasks, while Bookkeepers handle day-to-day transaction recording. Both roles are essential but serve different functions within financial management.

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Accounting Manager

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Sandy Springs, GA • On-site

$90 - $140/hr

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Job description

Responsibilities
  • Serve as the accounting lead for our NetSuite ERP implementation.
  • Clean up legacy data, map the new chart of accounts, and build out custom reports to support a multi-brand retail/QSR environment.
  • Own the monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes.
  • Personally prepare and review complex journal entries, intercompany reconciliations, and financial statements.
  • Evaluate legacy, fragmented accounting workflows across our brands and design streamlined, scalable processes fit for a transforming business.
  • Ensure accurate revenue recognition from POS systems, manage inventory accounting (including waste and cost of goods sold across locations), and implement strict internal controls.
  • Build clean, auditable schedules and act as the main point of contact for external auditors during year-end reviews.
  • Lead, mentor, and work side-by-side with a lean accounting team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Requirements
  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a retail, restaurant, hospitality, franchise, or other multi-unit consumer business.
  • Experience working within ERP systems; NetSuite experience strongly preferred.
  • Prior experience supporting an ERP implementation, system conversion, or data migration is a plus.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial analysis, reporting, reconciliations, and data management.
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
  • CPA or CMA designation preferred.
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