Job Description
Join Buffalo's premier financial services firm as a Senior Bookkeeper and become the backbone of our clients' financial operations. We're seeking a meticulous professional to manage complex accounting cycles, ensure compliance with GAAP, and deliver actionable financial insights. This direct-hire role offers career growth, competitive benefits, and the chance to work with diverse portfolios in Western New York's thriving business ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Manage full-cycle accounting for 15-20 client portfolios including A/P, A/R, payroll, and bank reconciliations
- Prepare monthly financial statements (P&L, balance sheets, cash flow) with variance analysis
- Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes including journal entries and adjustments
- Maintain accurate general ledgers using QuickBooks Online and advanced Excel functions
- Collaborate with tax professionals to ensure compliance with NY state and federal regulations
- Develop customized financial reporting dashboards for client decision-making support
- Lead training initiatives for junior bookkeepers on accounting best practices
Qualifications
- 5+ years of hands-on bookkeeping experience with multi-client portfolios
- Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables)
- Associates or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred)
- Proven expertise in managing sales tax filings and payroll processing (ADP experience a plus)
- Exceptional attention to detail with ability to reconcile complex accounts
- Strong analytical skills for identifying financial discrepancies and trends
- Excellent communication skills for client-facing financial consultations
- Experience with non-profit or construction industry accounting a bonus