Client Accountant: Impactful Finance & Payroll Specialist

If you’re here, you’re looking for something more. More opportunity, more impact, more purpose. At Rehmann, each and every one of our associates plays a pivotal role in the Firm’s success. When you join our team, you can count on exceptional support, encouragement, and guidance from your colleagues and from leadership.

No matter where you want to go in your career, Rehmann can help you get there. Whether you’re in the early stages of your professional journey or you’re further down your path, we’re focused on helping you achieve your goals – whatever they may be. When you join Rehmann, you are part of a culture that Puts People First and aims to help everyone reach their fullest potential. Let us show you all the ways we can Empower Your Purpose.

Job Description:

How You'll Make an Impact:

You'll play a key role in delivering accurate financial information and maintaining strong client relationships. Responsibilities include:

Prepare and post journal entries with limited supervision.

Reconcile bank accounts, credit card accounts, and other general ledger accounts.

Prepare compiled financial statements and customized client reports.

Assist with month-end and year-end accounting activities.

Research and resolve accounting discrepancies and financial questions.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

Process vendor invoices and payments.

Support 1099 reporting by gathering and maintaining vendor documentation.

Communicate with vendors to resolve payment and billing issues.

Create customer invoices and apply payments.

Monitor outstanding receivables and follow up with customers as needed.

Resolve discrepancies while maintaining positive client relationships.

Payroll Administration

Process payroll accurately and on schedule.

Review payroll registers and payroll previews for accuracy.

Record payroll-related journal entries, including taxes and deductions.

Research payroll tax requirements and registration needs.

Respond to payroll-related correspondence from government agencies.

Client Service & Advisory Support

Serve as a trusted point of contact for clients.

Develop an understanding of client operations and industry needs.

Identify issues, recommend solutions, and communicate proactively.

Provide exceptional service while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Your Desired Skills & Experiences

High school diploma; Associate's Degree a plus.

3+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, or related experience.

Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and accounting practices.

Experience preparing journal entries and financial reports.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Experience using accounting and payroll software

Detail-oriented and highly organized.

Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.

Comfortable working independently while collaborating with a team.

A strong communicator who can explain financial concepts clearly.

Focused on delivering outstanding client experiences and building professional relationships.

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We Put People First in all that we do. Our associates are our greatest assets and we provide programs and benefits that encourage growth and development and align with their needs and goals. This includes benefits focused on physical and mental health, paid time off for volunteering and diversity-related activities, flexible work arrangements, and more.

When you join Rehmann, you become part of a firm dedicated to helping Empower Your Purpose, whatever it may be.

Rehmann is an Equal Opportunity Employer.