What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Manager position at Willow Street?
The Accounting Manager works closely with the Client Services and Client Integration & Operations Teams and external accounting partners to provide bookkeeping and financial oversight for client accounts. This role serves as a knowledge center for understanding financial statements and tax implications and is integral to the Client Services organization. The Accounting Manager reports to the Associate Director, Accounting & Finance. This position is available to fill in Reno, Nevada or Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
The responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Maintain accurate and complete accounts for client checking accounts
- Process client payments using Bill.com
- Perform or oversee reconciliations for client checking, savings and investment accounts; track and record cost basis of assets, as necessary
- Create budgets and manage cash flows, in collaboration with Relationship Managers (RMs) and as requested by the client
- Ensure the integrity of financial statements of all client entities by providing our external accounting partners with all necessary documents and information
- Oversee and manage process that ensures compliance with tax deadlines and reporting to local, state, and federal agencies; this includes 1099 preparation
- Confirm that financial statements are created for all entities in a timely manner and then archived in Box
- Give final approval on the client financials statements, after review by RMs
- Work closely with RMs in the review and approval of client tax returns prior to submission
- Participate in creating and providing financials for Willow Street Trust Company annual reviews
- Collaborate with RMs in preparation for and/or participation in client and advisor meetings
Demonstrated Skills
- Critical thinker, organized, and highly attentive to detail
- Committed to and experienced in providing superior and responsive client service
- Collaborative work style, strong interpersonal and writing skills
- Able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Uses the utmost discretion, confidentiality, and respect in all situations
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Minimum 5 years’ professional experience working in a senior bookkeeping or accounting role
- Proven ability to solve problems and improve systems
- Proficiency in accounting software
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Bill.com, Box and Salesforce