Senior Client Accountant
Internshala
About the job
Department: Accounting & BookkeepingReporting To: Account Level Team LeadLocation: Bangalore WhitefieldEmployment Type: PermanentSalary: As per market standardsJob SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Senior Client Accountant to manage a portfolio of US-based clients, oversee daily bookkeeping, and handle monthly-end close processes. The role requires strong technical accounting knowledge, team management skills, and the ability to ensure timely and high-quality financial reporting.Key Responsibilities
- Manage a portfolio of US clients, handling daily bookkeeping and month-end close
- Ensure bookkeeping is performed in accordance with accounting principles and standards
- Execute and review month-end close activities, including:
- Bank Reconciliations
- Accounts Receivable (AR) & Accounts Payable (AP) reconciliations
- Inter-company reconciliations
- Accounts finalization
- Take full ownership of allocated client accounts, ensuring timely closures and monitoring work progress
- Perform detailed review of work completed by preparers to ensure accuracy and adherence to deadlines, especially during month-end
- Work on cloud-based accounting platforms (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, NetSuite, etc.)
- Coordinate directly with clients for day-to-day communication and issue resolution
- Manage workflow, timelines, budgets, and deliverables across multiple client engagements
- Supervise and manage a team of preparers/staff, including utilization tracking and performance monitoring
- Collaborate closely with junior team members and support their day-to-day activitiesQualifications
- CA / CPA / ACCA (Qualified or Part Qualified)
- CMA / MBA (Finance) / M.Com / B.ComExperience
- Minimum 3 years of experience in accounting and bookkeeping
- At least 1 year of experience in a reviewer/senior role
- Experience handling US clients preferredKey Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of month-end close process
- Excellent understanding of accounting principles
- Experience in cloud-based accounting tools
- Strong review and analytical skills
- Client management and communication skills
- Team leadership and people management skills
- Ability to work under deadlines and manage multiple clients
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