Job Description
Join Mesa Financial Group's dynamic finance team as we expand our client portfolio in the heart of Arizona! We're seeking a meticulous Senior Bookkeeper to manage multi-client accounting portfolios and drive financial accuracy for growing small businesses. Enjoy hybrid work, competitive benefits, and career advancement in a supportive environment.
As a cornerstone of our operations, you'll implement robust financial systems and mentor junior staff while maintaining compliance with Arizona's evolving regulatory landscape. Our commitment to professional development ensures you'll stay ahead with quarterly training on QuickBooks Online and Xero integrations.
Responsibilities
- Manage full-cycle bookkeeping for 15+ diverse clients including AR/AP reconciliation, payroll processing, and month-end closings
- Prepare and analyze financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheets) with variance reporting for executive review
- Implement and optimize QuickBooks Online workflows with automated bank feeds and custom reporting
- Coordinate with CPA firms for tax preparation and audit support with organized documentation
- Develop client-specific financial dashboards using Excel and Power BI for actionable insights
- Mentor junior bookkeepers on accounting principles and software proficiency
- Ensure compliance with Arizona state tax regulations and GAAP standards
Qualifications
- 5+ years of full-cycle bookkeeping experience with multi-client portfolios
- Advanced QuickBooks Online certification (QB ProAdvisor preferred)
- Proficiency in Xero, Excel (VLOOKUP/Pivot Tables), and accounting software integrations
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA candidates strongly preferred)
- Experience with construction or retail industry accounting systems
- Proven track record of implementing process improvements reducing reconciliation time by 30%
- Excellent communication skills translating financial concepts for non-finance clients
- Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities