Virtual Remote Accounting Assistant Jobs in Reston, VA

Location: Bethesda, MD (in-office, hybrid, or remote available).

Salary range: $110,000 - $120,000

GRF CPAS & Advisors has been part of the Washington, DC metropolitan region since 1981. The firm provides outsourced accounting, auditing, risk advisory and consulting, and tax services to an extensive client base, which consists of nonprofit organizations, government contractors, professional service firms and others.

Looking for Supervisor/Controller role at an energetic & passionate company? GRF CPAS & Advisors, a Bethesda, MD CPA Firm is in search of a Supervisor/Controller join our Outsourced Accounting and Advisory Services team.   This position is fully remote although persons local to the DMV area are welcomed to come to the office at any time.

In this position, you will help supervise and execute engagements that center on cloud-based accounting systems like Sage Intacct and QuickBooks Online. Our team-based environment requires the ability to prioritize projects, collaborate with others, learn new technologies and interface with clients.

Essential Functions:

• As part of a team, handle aspects of the monthly close including reconciliations, preparation of supporting schedules, financial analysis and quality review, financial reporting.
• Have experience with accrual basis accounting, entering transactions into general ledger, resolving account variances.
• Usage, training, and implementation of cloud-based tools such as Bill.com, Nexonia, Tallie and others.
• Coordinates various phases of engagements with engagement partner or manager; reviews working papers for accuracy & completeness, communicates with clients.
• Provides supervision and on-the-job training to staff assigned to engagement as needed.
• Trains staff members, offers guidance and direction and gives constructive criticism.
• Assists clients with an understanding of financial reporting and other accounting matters.
• Ensures that deliverables are prepared in accordance with generally accepted professional and firm standards.
• Communicates engagement's progress, problems, resolutions, financial information, tax activity and other business concerns to the client and the partner in charge.
• Maintain strong client relationships with a focus on customer service; possesses a thorough knowledge of the client and all facets of client's business.
• Adheres to engagement time budgets.
• Supervises staff and provides on-the-job training; reviews work papers and reports.
• Anticipates problem areas of engagement and questions that will arise.
• Keeps partner informed of significant developments on engagements; analyzes problems and recommends solutions.
• Communicates progress of engagements, problems and resolutions to client.
• Develops staff by assisting in performance evaluations, recruiting, and training.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related area (economics, finance, etc.).
• CPA license desirable but not required.
• 5 years or more experience in public accounting or private industry, demonstrating a progression in complexity, scope, and number of engagements managed. A concentration in nonprofit organizations preferred, but we will train the right candidate. Prior CPA firm experience is preferred.
• Strong proficiency in QuickBooks and Sage Intacct preferred.
• Experience with cloud-based applications such as Bill.com, Tallie, Expensify, is preferred.
• Organize projects, set priorities, and delegate tasks under evolving circumstances for different clients & partners.
• Keep long term objectives in mind while focusing on daily activities.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive firm and client information.
• Mentor and train staff.
• Enthusiastic and positive attitude, willingness to learn new skills, and motivation to be a team player.

Demonstrated Skill and Ability Requirements:

• Effective written and oral communications with employees, partners, and clients, and vendors.
• Organize projects set priorities and delegate tasks under constantly changing circumstances for different clients and partners.
• Assist in planning and implementing assigned projects.
• Keep long term objectives in mind while focusing on daily activities.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive firm and client information.

Benefits

This is a full time position with option to work remotely or at our headquarters in Bethesda, MD. Our office is located 2 blocks from the metro. Our benefits include a 401(k) plan, paid individual medical and a culture that fosters flexibility and career development. We look forward to hearing from you!

GRF CPAs & Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. At GRF CPAs and Advisors, we cultivate an inclusive business environment where all employees are valued for their unique contributions to our mission to provide exceptional financial, tax and consulting services to our clients in the US and around the world.