Senior Accountant

Gilbert CPAs

. Build and manage relationships with clients .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeSacramento • California • United StatesSenior💰 $81,000 - $91,250 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in accounting principles, client relationship management, and proficiency in accounting software. Capable of delivering exceptional client service while managing multiple engagements in a fast-paced environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor’s Degree In Accounting5+ Years Accounting/Bookkeeping ExperienceProficiency In QuickBooks OnlineAdvanced Proficiency In Microsoft ExcelStrong Understanding Of GAAP

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Hard Skills

Accounting PrinciplesFinancial ReportingClient Engagement ManagementTax KnowledgeBookkeeping

Soft Skills

LeadershipCustomer ServiceOrganizational SkillsVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication

Tools & Technologies

QuickBooks OnlineMicrosoft ExcelBill.comSaasantRamp

Industry Keywords

Public AccountingClient Accounting ServicesGAAPSmall Business TaxPayroll Tax

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and manage relationships with clients
Maintain direct contact with clients on a regular basis
Work with a diverse client base
Provide client service through the accounting services department
Travel same-day to client offices, meetings, or seminars when required
Work at the Sacramento office
Follow a hybrid work schedule after the training period, with three days in the office and potentially two days remote, depending on client service needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in accounting required
5+ years of relevant accounting/bookkeeping experience required, preferably in public accounting or a Client Accounting Services (CAS) environment
Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles
Experience managing multiple client engagements simultaneously preferred
Proficiency in QuickBooks Online required
General tax knowledge related to small business sales tax, payroll tax, and income tax preferred
Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Online required
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel required
Experience with accounting software and automation platforms such as Bill.com, Saasant, Ramp, and similar tools preferred
Strong leadership, customer service, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
Ability to interact effectively with all levels inside and outside the organization
Proven ability to take initiative, anticipate challenges, develop solutions, exercise sound judgment, prioritize tasks, multitask, and work independently in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401K with company match
Paid life insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Generous paid time off
Approximately 10 days paid holiday
Training budget for professional development
Training budget for professional licensure