Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
3+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, or related experience required; professional services experience is a plus.
Strong communication skills for effective stakeholder interaction.
Commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality work under deadlines.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies and processes.
Familiarity with project management practices preferred.
Experience with cloud accounting platforms such as Sage Intacct, QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, BILL.com, or Ramp required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Responsibilities
Implement and optimize cloud accounting solutions and perform accounting readiness services.
Support client deliverables by providing accounting guidance and answering software-related questions.
Design and optimize accounting processes.
Prepare documentation for smooth transitions to recurring service teams.
Communicate progress, flag risks, and seek clarification to maintain project momentum.
Deliver high-quality work on time while meeting client expectations and project budgets.
Build strong relationships with clients and collaborate effectively across internal teams.
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and client outcomes.
Benefits
Collaborative and supportive team culture that values professional growth.
Opportunities for ongoing learning and certifications.
Focus on work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Job Description:
About the Value Acceleration Office (VAO) Team
As part of Baker Tilly's Managed Services offering, the Value Acceleration Office (VAO) team helps clients stabilize financial operations, implement cloud accounting systems, and design scalable processes. We focus on project-based work that sets clients up for long-term success before they transition to recurring service teams.
We're seeking a tech-savvy Senior Associate to support client onboarding and accounting system implementations. This role combines accounting knowledge, project support, and technology to help clients modernize their financial operations and ensure a smooth transition to ongoing support.
Who This is For
Ideal for accounting professionals who enjoy working on projects directly with clients and leveraging technology to improve financial operations.
What You'll Do
Implement and optimize cloud accounting solutions and perform accounting readiness services
Support client deliverables by providing accounting guidance and answering software-related questions, escalating when appropriate.
Accounting process design and optimization.
Prepare documentation to ensure a smooth transition to recurring service teams.
Communicate progress, flag risks and roadblocks early, and seek clarification to maintain project momentum.
Deliver high-quality work on time while meeting client expectations and project budgets.
Build strong relationships with clients and collaborate effectively across internal teams.
Follow established processes while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and client outcomes.
Continue developing your accounting and technology expertise through ongoing learning, certifications, and knowledge sharing.
Contribute to a collaborative, supportive team culture that values professional growth and work-life balance.
What You'll Bring
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
3+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, or related experience required; professional services experience is a plus.
Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all organizational levels.
Commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality work in a deadline-driven environment.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Adaptability and a willingness to learn new technologies, processes, and best practices.
Familiarity with project management practices preferred.
Experience with cloud accounting platforms such as Sage Intacct, QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, BILL.com, or Ramp required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
The pay range for this position is $82,500 to $132,700. This range represents a good-faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation the firm expects to pay for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend on a variety of relevant factors, including an applicant's skills, experience, qualifications, professional certifications, work arrangements, geographic location, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range, and compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each case. Baker Tilly offers a compensation and benefits package to eligible employees.
