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Summary of Job Description: 

Based in Shrewsbury, MA, McLaren & Associates CPAs, PC is growing a CPA team that is seeking creative individuals who can help clients succeed and prosper in today’s complex business environment. Our team approaches our ever-changing industry with a positive attitude, a sense of humor, and a deep belief that we can make a positive difference. Our firm offers the successful candidate the ability to service all aspects of the clients’ business and personal needs.


Under the direction of the Bookkeeping Supervisor, this position is responsible for performing a variety of bookkeeping and accounting duties. Such duties include processing payroll, financial record keeping and transactions including but not limited to: accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger and monthly reconciliation. Desired individual will have advanced experience with QuickBooks, demonstrate professionalism and tact in communications with a diversity of individuals, strong organizational and time management skills, acute attention to detail and ability to work well with clients and team members. 

Qualifications and Job Requirements:

  • Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks preferred.
  • Complete understanding of Debits and Credits in accounting
  • Associate degree (AA/AS) or equivalent; two years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Additional proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Office.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; ability to manage priorities and workflow.
  • Strong mathematical skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels.
  • Good judgment, with the ability to make timely and sound decisions.
  • Ability to learn new systems/processes.
  • Good team player.
  • Able to work over 40 hours during busy season. 
  • Able to be in the office at least twice a week 
  • Able to work on multiple clients within a single day.
  • Able to prioritize work assigned to them.
  • Able to stay within client budgets. 
  • Accountability
  • Embrace the firms culture and values
  • Able to analyze and interpret Financial Statements (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, etc.)

 

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Maintains multiple clients’ bookkeeping accurately & timely.
  • Processes payroll for payroll clients. Processes various QuickBooks reports in a timely manner.
  • Prepares and processes checks for monthly bills and employee reimbursements in an accurate and timely manner; ensures that all expenditures are appropriately categorized.
  • Reconciles bank accounts and provides reports to clients as needed.
  • Proactively maintains a highly organized filing system, files invoices, payroll paperwork, reimbursements, and other financial records. 
  • Demonstrates a high level of professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
  • Assists in the development and implementation of systems and procedures as needed.
  • Assists with special projects or does research when required.
  • Answer phones as necessary.
  • Performs other duties that may be asked of them by other departments.
  • Prepares 1099’s and W2’s for year-end accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Records payroll for clients including breakout of employee and employer taxes accurately. 
  • Assists in the recording of trial balances for business tax returns during tax season.
  • Prepares sales tax returns accurately and in a timely manner for clients on a monthly basis.
  • Prepares and files additional state filings for client such as Annual Reports, extensions, dissolutions, business registrations, etc. 

Application instructions: 

To apply: Send resume and cover letter to Patrick@dmclarencpa.com (Note: Please put “Bookkeeper” in the subject line of your email when applying).

If you are looking for a team environment that values honesty, accountability, integrity and respect; where a desire to learn, work hard and enthusiasm are important to your vision of a great place to work, then we encourage you to send in your resume.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. McLaren & Associates CPAs PC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Your Right to Work - In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. CORI Check are also administered.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $46,000 - $ 56,500

Benefits:
Simple IRA
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off

Working from Home up to three times a week (after 90-day evaluation)

Half Day Summer Fridays (June & July)

Schedule:
Monday to Friday (Saturdays during tax season and as needed)

Supplemental Pay:
Bonus pay opportunities

Reimbursable expenses