Associate Accountant

Job summary

Prepare journals, workpapers, and leadsheets; process transactions; reconcile accounts; and support month-end and year-end closing. Review financial statements, help resolve client accounting issues, contribute to process improvements, and communicate financial information and recommendations to clients.

Job details

About Us We are a fast-growing Los Angeles–based accounting and advisory firm that does things differently. Our clients expect precision, responsiveness, and practical solutions — not theory, unnecessary meetings, or endless bureaucracy. Internally, we operate the same way: clarity over noise, systems over chaos, and accountability over politics. Traditional accounting firms burn people out with long hours, mindless busywork, and a lack of meaningful responsibility. That’s not how we work. You won’t fill out timesheets just to prove you exist, sit in endless meetings that accomplish nothing, or get buried under mountains of meaningless paperwork. Instead, we focus on practical accounting work, client impact, and career growth — giving you meaningful responsibility from day one, exposure to interesting businesses, and the chance to develop the skills that will make you a future leader. As we grow, we are looking for an Associate Accountant to join our team. We’re looking for people who want to develop their accounting career quickly while taking on meaningful client-facing work and problem-solving responsibilities. We are looking for candidates who are curious, detail-oriented and proactive. If you enjoy working in a structured, high-performance environment and want a clear path to growth, this role is a great fit. The Role In this role, you will: Review financial statements, workpapers, and leadsheets for accuracy and clarity Collaborate with senior accountants and managers to solve client issues and optimize processes Participate in client meetings, explaining financial statements and reports in a clear, actionable way Support team leads in developing and maintaining internal processes, documentation, and performance standards Perform core accounting tasks including reconciliations, bookkeeping, and transaction processing across systems like QuickBooks Online, Xero, and NetSuite Who You Are You are an ambitious, high-performing early-career accountant. You enjoy learning, are comfortable asking questions, and take pride in delivering work with accuracy and clarity. You thrive in structured environments and are energized by opportunities to engage with clients and solve real-world accounting problems. Why you’re a good fit: Curious and eager to learn Enjoys both detailed work and big-picture problem solving Comfortable with client interaction and professional communication Strong organizational and time management skills Motivated by career growth and leadership opportunities Requirements Education & Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field CPA or actively pursuing CPA designation Experience 1–3 years of accounting experience, preferably in public accounting Solid understanding of IFRS, ASPE, and/or US GAAP Exposure to bookkeeping, reconciliations, and financial reporting Experience in client-facing roles or cross-functional collaboration is a plus Skills & Competencies Strong accounting and analytical skills Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks Online, Xero, NetSuite, or similar) Clear, professional communication skills High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment Key Responsibilities Core Accounting & Bookkeeping Prepare journals, leadsheets, and workpapers for manager review Assist with month-end and year-end closing tasks Process transactions, reconcile accounts, and maintain accurate financial records Review & Advisory Support Review financial statements and leadsheets for accuracy and completeness Identify issues and collaborate with managers to solve client accounting problems Participate in process improvement initiatives and documentation Client Interaction & Liaison Walk clients through financial statements, reports, and recommendations Provide clients with actionable information to help them run their businesses Support managers in client communications and advisory tasks Build trust and credibility with clients through professional, clear communication Why Join Us Exposure to diverse clients, industries, and advisory work Collaborative, high-performance team culture Professional development support, including CPA pursuit and mentorship

What you’ll do

Prepare journals, workpapers, and leadsheets; process transactions; reconcile accounts; and support month-end and year-end closing. Review financial statements, help resolve client accounting issues, contribute to process improvements, and communicate financial information and recommendations to clients.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, plus a CPA designation or active pursuit of one. Candidates should have 1–3 years of accounting experience, knowledge of IFRS, ASPE, and/or US GAAP, accounting software proficiency, strong analytical and communication skills, and careful attention to accuracy.

Benefits

• Professional Development Support • CPA Pursuit Support • Mentorship

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Quickbooks Online · Preferred
• Accounting · Preferred
• Process Improvement · Preferred
• Bookkeeping · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Accounting
• Bookkeeping
• Account Reconciliation
• Financial Reporting
• Financial Statement Review
• Month-End Closing
• Year-End Closing
• Transaction Processing
• Analytical Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Client Communication
• Process Improvement
• Time Management
• QuickBooks Online
• Xero
• NetSuite

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Consulting