Staff Accountant (Remote)

Joining The Phillips Group as a Remote Staff Accountant means you will have the support of a seasoned team dedicated to providing you with the on-the-job skills training that you will need to be successful. However, this position is not entry-level. You will not only be stepping into an active public accounting firm but will be working at least partially remotely (fully remote is possible). This means that, while instruction and training by senior accountants and management are always at the ready, you must have experience compiling financial statements as a staff accountant in a public accounting firm.

Job Summary: In short, you will be responsible for the monthly preparation of financial statements and other business documents for 35 - 70 small business clients. You will be their Dedicated Staff Accountant, responsible for interacting with them, answering their questions, and addressing their business- or financial-related concerns.

Responsibilities

  • Work closely with clients to obtain personal information regarding potential deductions, educational grants or allowances

  • Inform clients of important paperwork and documentation needed to complete tax forms properly

  • Attend continuing education courses to remain aware of changes to forms and new standards for completing tax paperwork

  • Properly research and seek the advice of senior preparers when confronted with particularly challenging tax circumstances

Depending on your current skills and desired professional growth, your responsibilities may also begin to include:

  • Preparation of client accounting

  • Meet with clients and address their questions and concerns regarding tax forms and paperwork

  • Preparation of other types of income tax returns (S- and C-Corp, Partnership, etc.)

Compensation

Starting at $28 - $30 per hour.

Additionally, remote workers are reimbursed at least $50 per month for the business use of their personal equipment (computer, internet, etc.).

Other Benefits
 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, tax, finance, or economics from an accredited university

  • Knowledge of general accounting concepts

  • At least two (2) years of documented experience as a staff accountant in a public accounting firm

  • Familiarity with QuickBooks Online

  • Ability to use standard computer software applications

  • Strong customer service skills

  • Strong research skills and the ability to quickly use online resources to find answers

  • Ability to prioritize daily tasks and meet timely obligations with many clients

Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with Lacerte

  • Familiarity with EasyAcct

Technical Requirements

  • Reliable, high-speed internet connection

  • Personal computer or laptop*, with the following:

    • Windows 10 or higher

    • Minimum of 2.0 GHz Processor

    • Minimum of 16GB of RAM

    • At least two, 17-inch monitors

    • Full-sized keyboard with “10-key” number pad

    • Webcam

    • *In some cases, we may provide a laptop

  • Smartphone (iOS or Android)

  • Bluetooth or wired headset

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