What are the responsibilities and job description for the CAAS Senior Associate position at Frazier & Deeter?
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Job Summary:
As a Client Accounting & Advisory Solutions (CAAS) Senior Associate, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality accounting support and actionable financial insights to our clients. In this position, you will take ownership of day-to-day client accounting activities, serve as a reliable point of contact, and support the development of junior team members through guidance and review. This role blends hands-on accounting execution with increasing responsibility in client engagement management and team support. We’re seeking a detail-oriented, solutions-focused accounting professional who thrives in a collaborative environment, excels in client service, and is motivated to grow into future leadership opportunities.Duties & Responsibilities:
- Manage day-to-day accounting activities for assigned clients, including transaction entry oversight, account clean-up, and month-end close processes
- Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting workpapers to ensure accuracy and completeness
- Manage full-cycle accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processing
- Prepare monthly financial statements and perform variance and trend analysis, identifying key insights and escalating as needed
- Independently manage smaller client engagements while supporting larger, more complex accounts
- Serve as a primary point of contact for assigned clients, ensuring proactive, professional, and timely communication
- Support client relationships by assisting with questions, addressing issues, and providing clear financial insights
- Review work prepared by Associates, providing timely feedback to support development and ensure quality
- Assist with onboarding and training new team members, reinforcing firm processes and standards
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows and processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy
- Stay informed on accounting standards, regulatory changes, and compliance requirements
- Deliver high-quality work on time while managing multiple client engagements effectively
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
- CPA license or progress toward licensure preferred
- 3-6 years of experience in public accounting, outsourced accounting, or industry accounting
- Strong understanding of full-cycle accounting and financial reporting
- Experience managing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
- Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Excel; experience with Sage Intacct, Xero, NetSuite, and Bill.com preferred
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- hybrid