Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. JG Partners, a full-service marketing firm, is hiring an Accountant to own core accounting operations. The role manages the general ledger and close process, prepares financial statements, and supports budgeting, audits, and accounting process improvements.
Responsibilities
- Maintain the general ledger and prepare journal entries
- Lead month end and year end close, including account reconciliations
- Prepare monthly financial statements in accordance with US GAAP
- Perform variance analysis and explain budget versus actual results
- Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
- Manage fixed asset schedules and depreciation
- Support annual audits and coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow monitoring
- Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes and controls
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
- 3 to 5 years of experience in an accounting role
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP
- Hands-on experience with month end close and financial statement preparation
- Proficiency with QuickBooks Online or a comparable accounting system
- Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and lookups
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a remote environment
- Authorization to work in the United States
- CPA license or active CPA candidacy is a plus
Benefits
- Remote position open to candidates located anywhere in the United States
- Flexibility in daily start and end times within US business hours
- Medical insurance with the company covering 70% of the employee premium
- Dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match up to 4% of salary
- 15 days of paid time off per year, accrued from day one
- 11 paid federal holidays
- Paid sick leave in accordance with applicable state law
- Company-paid life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Home office stipend of $500 for equipment and setup
- Monthly internet reimbursement of $50
- CPA exam fee reimbursement and paid study leave
- Annual continuing professional education (CPE) budget of $1,500
- Annual performance review with pay increase opportunity
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