What are the responsibilities and job description for the Client Accounting Services Accountant position at Pyle & Associates, P.C.?
Client Accounting Services Accountant
Pyle & Associates, P.C. — Ames, Iowa
Join a growing, multi-shareholder CPA firm where client accounting services is a core, expanding practice — not an afterthought. In this role you'll own the monthly financials for a portfolio of clients, serve as their trusted point of contact, and help owners and managers make better operational and financial decisions. You'll work with a collaborative team, modern tools, and clients across industries from restaurant ownership to construction to property management.
What you'll do
- Own the monthly close for your client portfolio: bank and balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end financials.
- Analyze financial statements for accuracy and reasonableness, and translate the numbers into insights clients can act on.
- Apply both accrual and cash basis principles, and document your work clearly enough that anyone can follow it.
- Prepare and file monthly Iowa sales and use tax returns accurately and on time.
- Record monthly payroll entries and maintain working knowledge of federal, state, and unemployment payroll taxes.
- Serve as the primary contact for your clients — anticipate issues, communicate proactively, and build relationships rooted in trust.
- Look for ways to work smarter: adopt new software quickly and flag process improvements as you spot them.
What we're looking for
- Associate's degree in Accounting required; Bachelor's preferred.
- 4 years of relevant accounting experience.
- Proficiency with QuickBooks Online and Desktop, Bill.com, and strong Excel and Outlook skills.
- Sharp attention to detail, strong organization, and the ability to juggle multiple client deadlines without dropping any.
- Clear, confident written and verbal communication.
Why Pyle & Associates
- Compensation range: $50,000–$70,000, commensurate with experience.
- Benefits: health insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off.
- A firm actively investing in its people and expanding into advisory
Salary : $50,000 - $70,000