Staff Accountant – Financial Solutions

BELAY

. Manage day-to-day accounting activities across assigned client accounts, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, account reconciliations, sales tax, and cash flow management .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $50,000 - $65,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and month-end close processes. Proficient in QuickBooks Online and skilled in providing oversight and guidance to Bookkeepers while ensuring accuracy and efficiency in accounting workflows.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Accounting2–4 Years Of Accounting ExperienceProficiency With QuickBooks OnlineStrong Understanding Of Accounting PrinciplesStrong Written And Verbal Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Accounts PayableAccounts ReceivablePayrollAccount ReconciliationsSales Tax ManagementCash Flow ManagementMonth-End Close ProcessesTransaction CodingFinancial StatementsProblem-Solving

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsTime-Management SkillsClient-Focused ApproachAccountabilitySound Judgment

Tools & Technologies

QuickBooks OnlineAccounting PlatformsPayroll PlatformsBusiness Management Platforms

Industry Keywords

Client-Service AccountingOutsourced AccountingStandard Operating ProceduresInternal ControlsQuality Service Delivery

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage day-to-day accounting activities across assigned client accounts, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, account reconciliations, sales tax, and cash flow management
Complete recurring accounting tasks and support month-end close
Coordinate accounting deliverables and follow up on outstanding items
Communicate with clients regarding routine accounting matters and financial operations
Participate in client meetings and manage accounting-related email communications
Identify discrepancies and resolve routine accounting matters; escalate complex issues
Provide day-to-day direction and oversight to assigned Bookkeepers
Coordinate bookkeeping workflows and monitor deadlines
Review bookkeeping work, transaction coding, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation
Provide guidance and constructive feedback to Bookkeepers
Reinforce standard operating procedures, internal controls, and client-specific accounting processes
Identify recurring errors, quality concerns, and workflow challenges
Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, accuracy, and efficiency
Partner with Senior Accountants, Controllers, and Accounting Managers to resolve issues and support quality service delivery
Professionally represent BELAY in virtual and in-person interactions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
2–4 years of accounting experience, preferably in a client-service or outsourced accounting environment
Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial statements, debits and credits, and account reconciliations
Experience with recurring accounting activities and month-end close processes
Proficiency with QuickBooks Online
Familiarity with accounting, payroll, and business management platforms
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills
Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines
Ability to review work for accuracy, coordinate workflows, and provide day-to-day direction to Bookkeepers
Strong written and verbal communication skills and a professional, client-focused approach
Demonstrated accountability, sound judgment, and ability to work independently in a remote environment
Dedicated, distraction-free home office
Must reside in the U.S. in Eastern or Central Time Zones
Legally authorized to work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
BELAY covers 70% of employee medical premiums and 65% of dependent medical premiums
BELAY covers 70% of employee dental and vision premiums
Company-paid life insurance ($15,000 coverage)
Short-term and long-term disability coverage at no cost to full-time employees
401(k) plan through Vanguard with a 4% employer discretionary match
15 days of annual PTO for full-time employees working 40 hours/week; 12 days for 30 hours/week
Additional PTO at 3- and 5-year tenure milestones
12 paid holidays annually
Full-time remote work
Award-winning company culture
Occasional travel for some roles