Accountant II - Client Advisory Services

JCCS, P.C. 

Sr. Client Advisory Services Accountant 

Ideal candidate 

We look for people who want to grow; who always ask, “What’s next?” Our values and business are rooted in always seeking ways to have greater impact – staying ahead of industry and regulatory trends; seeking new skills, credentials and certifications; and constantly improving how we collaborate, communicate and work together to achieve client, business, personal and professional goals. 

What working at JCCS offers 

When you grow our clients grow, and we grow. So, we offer a competitive compensation package in which you’re rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to the firm. Our total rewards package includes medical, dental, vision and other offerings; profit-sharing 401(k) plan with safe harbor contributions; a minimum of 10 vacation days, nine company-observed holidays, 12 sick days, and half-day Fridays starting in May. Plus, we offer: 

• Support, coaching, and feedback from co-workers and managers. 

• Opportunities to develop new skills and advance your career. 

• The freedom to work in a way that lets you balance life outside of work. 

About JCCS 

JCCS has more than 115 professionals working in seven locations. Yet we all share one goal: to guide our clients in making smart decisions today so they can have a better tomorrow. 

For more than 75 years we’ve helped clients, both big and small, in virtually every sector. We’ve collaborated with them on everything from managing payroll to paying the right amount of tax, from expansion plans like mergers and acquisitions to succession planning, and valuation. Throughout it all
we’ve held one firm belief. 

When it comes to reaching your personal, business and professional goals, knowledge is power. 

JCCS Certified Public Accountants and Business Advisors is looking for motivated professionals to join their payroll and accounting team. 

Client Advisory Services 

As digital technology quickens the pace of business, company owners need access to key information in real time in order to make the best decisions. That’s putting new demands on existing accounting processes for increased efficiency, accuracy, accessibility and analytic capabilities. JCCS understands this need for a comprehensive accounting and advisory solution to answer this call. Client Advisory Services provided by JCCS combines the best features of technology, accounting solutions and advisory services to deliver a fully integrated, cloud-based service package. 

Our Client Advisory Services meet the needs of businesses looking to streamline accounting processes, digitize their accounting records, gain real-time access to financial information from any location and disaster-proof their record keeping. We work closely with each of our clients to design a cloud-based solution that is well-suited to their specific industries and the demands of their business. 

Position Summary 

In this position, you are responsible for the client’s payroll and financial reporting needs. Duties include processing payroll, preparing quarterly and annual payroll reports, accounting services, preparation of financial statements, and other accounting projects for a variety of clients.   

Essential Job Responsibilities: 

• Performs detailed payroll functions for clients according to deadlines. This may include check processing, and quarterly payroll reports for various states and federal, for review. Compiles information for reporting purposes, journal entry and/or preparing correspondence. 

• Completes data entry for monthly and quarterly accounting and financial statements for timely deadlines and review process. Processes and distributes 1099s and W-2s at year end.
• Completes and maintains complex general ledgers and financial reports, and assists with year-end payroll, as required.
• Complies with IRS, state and federal tax requirements, wage and hour, and researches clients’ questions for accuracy and compliance.
• Prepares compilation reports for year-end, ready for tax preparation, prior to review.
• May assist clients with off-site or office location bank reconciliations, payroll, A/R and A/P, and other bookkeeping functions.
• Builds relationships with clients and interacts with integrity and honesty.
• Attends training and keeps up to date with industry, state and federal, and IRS changes.
• Helps coordinate the delivery of services with other CAS/APP staff.
• Assists senior staff in various accounting projects.
• Provides back up for other accounting staff, and may back-up front office, as needed.
• Begins to develop marketing contacts for new clients and providing additional services for existing clients through community involvement and direct contact on a weekly basis.
• Performs other duties, responsibilities and activities as assigned. 

To Qualify: 

• Applicants must demonstrate advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks Desktop, QuickBooks Online, and AI-related tools.  

• Must have strong organizational and time management skills. 

• Two (2) years of accounting experience 

• Two (2) years of payroll processing experience 

• Two (2) years of financial statement preparation, preferred 

Skills for Success: 

• Proficiency in applying applicable accounting and payroll standards.  

• Proficiency
  with technology, AI tools and research.  

• Ability to problem-solve and think critically.  

• Attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.        

• Embraces
  teamwork with and between service lines.  

• Growth mindset (both internally and client-focused).  

This job posting is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel as classified. 

Candidate must successfully pass a background check. 

JCCS is firmly committed to affording equal opportunity to all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.