Accounting Specialist / Bookkeeper

Rea Accounting Specialist

Rea is a growing top 100 business advisory & accounting firm providing our clients services in tax, accounting, and business consulting. We have a 'People First' culture and we focus on our employees' well-being and professional development. With over 400 professionals and locations throughout Ohio, our firm has a culture that respects a work-life balance for our team. We also provide competitive compensation and a robust benefits plan.

We are currently seeking an Accounting Specialist to work in the Mentor, Ohio office location. The Accounting Specialist performs routine accounting activities such as payroll, general ledger activity (bookkeeping functions), and preparation of various accounting reports and financial statements. Familiarity with standard accounting concepts, practices and procedures is required. Regular interaction with clients to provide assistance and training based on client accounting needs.

Responsibilities

• Preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for multiple clients and industries
• Preparing bank reconciliations and credit card reconciliations
• Understanding how payroll preparation and monthly transaction entry relates to the general ledger
• Reviewing accounts for appropriate postings and calculate retained earnings
• Assisting clients with accounting, payroll and basic software issues
• Preparing quarterly and year-end payroll tax returns
• Preparing annual information returns (1099 & 1096)
• Preparing monthly / quarterly sales and use and CAT tax returns, when applicable
• Identifying potential additional services to benefit current clients
• Adding and disposing of fixed assets, updating depreciation schedules
• Reconciling balance sheet accounts to supporting data
• Potential to assist tax / audit departments as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities