Client Accountant

Of course, we need for a Client Accountant to love numbers – but they also need to love helping clients! If you are passionate about client service, we have an opportunity for you to join Jackson Thornton's Client Accounting Services team. Jackson Thornton is one of Alabama’s oldest and largest accounting firms with five offices throughout Alabama. Our CAS team combines expertise with a personal touch to make accounting approachable for our clients. We’re more than just numbers people – we’re people-people!

We are seeking a full-time Client Accountant with excellent accounting and computer skills to provide accounting services to multiple small business clients, including: general ledger transaction entry and reconciliation; preparation of compiled financial statements, sales tax returns, and payroll returns; as well as 1099s and W-2s. Our Client Accountants have significant interaction with clients, dealing with day to day accounting matters as well as the unexpected issues and questions that arise – becoming a trusted advisor to their clients.  With the right skills and abilities, this position has great career growth potential.

Requirements include:

• Accounting degree or equivalent experience
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn new technology
• Proficiency in at least one accounting software (QuickBooks and/or Xero experience preferred); working knowledge of multiple accounting systems preferred
• Payroll experience, including experience processing multiple companies
• Ability to identify and correct inaccuracies in provided client records as well as guide clients in improving their efficiencies and accuracy
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong client service skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; ability to multi-task and handle frequent interruptions
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail