Accounting Systems Consultant

POSITION SUMMARY The Accounting Systems Consultant partners with clients to understand their financial processes, identify opportunities for improvements, and implement solutions. RESPONSIBILITIES Technical Research and analyze data for detailed reports and interpret results to help the team make strategic decisions. Train client employees and Kiwi staff on use, functionality, system, workflow, reporting & dashboarding and interface. Assist Lead Financial Engineers in system implementations, including but not limited to: Sage Intacct, QuickBooks Online, Microsoft Business Central, Ramp, Bill.com, Expensify, etc. Support in process walkthroughs, documenting accounting procedures and processes to provide a tool for analysis and inclusion in manuals. Manage process of mapping a chart of accounts and financial dimensions from old legacy system to new, configuring accounting applications to client requirements. Develop a metrics dashboard to monitor strategic measures, metrics & Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Assist in the review of timesheet and procurement processes. Support in annual cash flow forecasting models. Evaluate accounting tasks and assist on recommendations for month-end closing processes. Research, test, and perform proof of concepts on the recommended applications utilizing AT tools: Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude, etc. Assist in the development of a workforce needs-assessment. Collaborate directly to Project Managers with various tasks analysis, truck budget vs. actuals, project timeline, weekly status memos, etc. Client Management Understanding client expectations as discussed and quantified in the client engagement meeting. Providing high quality deliverables on a timely basis and in compliance with Kiwi’s Quality Management System. Following Kiwi Partners Communications Policy, communicate proactively with Manager and/or client to establish strong trust and prevent potential conflicts/problems. QUALIFICATIONS Associate's degree, Bachelor's degree Preferred, or equivalent level of experience. 5 years of experience if no Associate's degree. 7 years of experience if no Bachelor's degree with 4 years of this experience. 4+ years of relevant professional experience, including at least 2 years of progressive accounting and/or consulting experience. Proficiency in Microsoft programs, particularly: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, PowerBI, Power Pivot, SharePoint and Teams. PREFERRED SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE Prior experience in a small non‑for‑profits, startup, or unstructured environment. Sage Intacct, QuickBooks Online, Microsoft Business Central, Ramp, Bill.com, Expensify Accounting, or Implementation certification. 1 – 2 years of Sage Intacct Implementation Specialist experience. COMPENSATION This is a full‑time exempt position. The annual salary range is $80,000 - $110,000 and the position has an annual bonus potential of 10%. BENEFITS Health insurance – on average, the employer pays 86% of the medical premium, 80% of the dental premium, and 100% of the vision premium. Paid time off – 16 vacation days, 10 personal days, 11 company holidays (7 federal and 4 more inclusive cultural and religious holidays and your birthday), 20 hours volunteer leave, 8 weeks parental leave. 401(k) retirement plan – 4% employer match on a dollar‑per‑dollar basis, no waiting or vesting period. Reimbursements for personal cell phone plan and fitness. Pre‑tax withholding for transportation and parking. Bonus incentive opportunities. Access to professional development opportunities. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS This position can be hybrid in New York, or Remote from the following states: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Texas, or Virginia, if outside a commuting distance to an office. The employee may work remotely or primarily from a Vital Impact office; to be determined individually during the offer process. While performing regular duties, the employee may be required to sit, stand, reach, walk, or kneel, and to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities. Vital Impact is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage individuals of all backgrounds and identities to apply. Our work gives us the opportunity to serve those across the full spectrum of races, ethnicities, national origins, ages, sexual orientations, gender identities, beliefs, cultures, socio‑economic backgrounds, and levels of physical ability, and we believe our team should mirror this diversity. Vital Impact does not discriminate against any employee or applicant due to age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr