Job Title: Accounting & Payroll Specialist
Location: Gilbert, AZ (Onsite)
Compensation: $60,000 – $70,000 DOE
Schedule: Monday – Friday, Full-time

About the Opportunity:

A well-established CPA firm in Gilbert is seeking a skilled Accounting & Payroll Specialist to support a variety of clients with their accounting and payroll needs. This is a full-time, onsite role in a small office setting with a strong, stable team. The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in both bookkeeping and payroll, is highly detail-oriented, and has a strong commitment to client service.

This position involves managing accounting and payroll functions for multiple small business clients. The role requires someone who can handle a high volume of work with accuracy and efficiency, while also being personable and responsive with clients. Candidates should be experienced with QuickBooks (Online and Desktop) and comfortable using payroll systems such as Paycom or Intuit.

• Handle full-cycle accounting tasks, including accounts payable/receivable, journal entries, and reconciliations

• Process payroll for multiple clients and complete all required filings (quarterly, year-end, W-2s, 1099s)

• Reconcile bank and credit card accounts

• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements

• Maintain accurate and organized records for each client

• Communicate with clients in a friendly and professional manner to resolve issues and answer questions

• Support additional accounting functions as needed

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years recent experience in accounting and payroll, preferably in a public accounting or multi-client environment

• Advanced knowledge of QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop

• Familiarity with Paycom, Intuit Payroll, or similar platforms

• Proficiency in Excel and Word

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines

• Experience preparing and filing payroll reports and tax documents

• Professional, customer-focused approach and excellent communication skills

• Comfortable working in a small, team-oriented office environment

• Professional and dependable with a positive, solution-focused attitude

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance