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Supporting Strategies

Assistant Controller

Reposted One Month Ago
Remote
Hiring Remotely in United States
90K-90K Annually
Senior level
Remote
Hiring Remotely in United States
90K-90K Annually
Senior level
Provide hands-on bookkeeping and accounting support for a portfolio of clients. Work with a Portfolio Manager to perform day-to-day bookkeeping, communicate with clients, ensure accuracy and timeliness, flag issues, and collaborate with teammates to deliver consistent remote accounting services.
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Who We Are

We are a 100% work from home organization on a mission to provide strong work life balance for our talented remote professionals. Every business owner deserves the opportunity to pursue their dreams with energy and focus, without being distracted by the details of managing their finances and operations.

What We Do

We empower small to midsize business owners by taking accounting and operational support functions o their plates, allowing them to focus on what matters most, growing their business. Our experienced professionals use cloud based technology, virtual infrastructure, and proven delivery practices to provide a full suite of outsourced bookkeeping and financial support services. We are a national organization with hundreds of accounting professionals across the U.S., working together remotely to deliver consistent, high quality service to our clients.

What You’ll Do

As a Client Account Associate, you will work closely with a Client Portfolio Manager and a small, dedicated team to support and help manage a group of clients. You will
handle day to day bookkeeping tasks, communicate directly with clients on assigned items, and help ensure work is accurate, timely, and consistent. You will collaborate with your teammates daily to stay aligned on priorities, flag issues early, and keep clients on track. Your work plays a direct role in delivering a smooth and reliable client experience.

The Role
Some companies might refer to this position as an Accountant, but at Supporting Strategies, the Client Account Associate title reflects the broader responsibility of the role. Client Account Associates provide hands on accounting and bookkeeping support while working closely with a Portfolio Manager and teammates to deliver high quality service to a portfolio of clients. This role combines technical accuracy with strong communication, teamwork, and problem solving. You are not required to be a Certified Public Accountant.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline required.
  • At least five (5) years’ practical bookkeeping/accounting experience required.
  • Experience using QuickBooks and/or similar cloud-based accounting software for/in a
    professional organization
  • Authorized to work in the U.S.

What You’ll Find

At Supporting Strategies, we offer remote, work from home opportunities to experienced accounting professionals who want to make a meaningful impact on client success while working as part of a close knit team.

Since our founding in 2004, we have built a supportive, collaborative environment where professionals can do great work, stay connected to their teams, and contribute to something
bigger than themselves.

You will work with teammates who value quality, communication, and mutual support, all while enjoying the flexibility and convenience of working from home.


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Pay range
Pay Range
$90,000—$90,000 USD

As online scams are rampant, don’t fall victim to fraud. Supporting Strategies will never seek payment from you or request personal information from you prior to extending a job offer. Our interview process is always a combination of a phone and video interviews; a job offer will never be extended via online chat.

Supporting Strategies is deeply committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. A diverse workforce is not just attained but is built upon a culture of inclusion and belonging. Supporting Strategies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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