Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant opening - REMOTE position - but looking for candidates local to Richmond VA. Our client is a professional services firm that is seeking a right hand to the Controller. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate accounting records, supporting daily cash activity, and helping keep billing and reporting processes on schedule. The ideal candidate brings solid accounting experience, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and discretion.

Responsibilities:

• Support the Controller with day-to-day accounting operations and contribute to the timely completion of finance department tasks.
• Process vendor invoices and assist with accounts payable activities, including maintaining accurate entries across connected accounting and payment systems.
• Apply incoming payments from checks, electronic transfers, and wire activity to customer accounts and ensure cash receipts are recorded correctly.
• Reconcile accounts receivable records between QuickBooks and internal financial systems to maintain accurate balances.
• Follow up on outstanding receivables during the month and communicate with customers regarding open balances as needed.
• Prepare invoice adjustments related to annual escalations and ensure billing updates are completed before monthly invoicing cycles.
• Review, process, and record employee expense submissions so reimbursable items are available for client invoicing when appropriate.
• Set up new projects promptly and accurately after executed agreements are received to support smooth billing and financial tracking.
• Assist with accounting system coordination tasks that help streamline workflows and reduce duplicate data entry.