What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Specialist position at Blue and Company?
Business Services
Thank you for your interest in the Business Services Representative position in Blue’s Business Services practice. Before you look at the position description below, we wanted to introduce you to an important philosophy we have at Blue.
We want to meet you where you are in your life.
There are many ways to define success. At Blue, we believe your path to success will look different at different points in your life. We also believe success means different things to different people. That is why we value diverse people and why we work hard to create a unique career path for everyone. We firmly believe when your needs are met, you will be better equipped to meet the needs of our clients. We want to understand your unique needs so we can meet you where you are professionally and personally.
We believe our outlook is different than most accounting firms. If you agree, we would like to talk to you to see how we may create a path of success that is right for you, our firm, and our clients.
At Blue, our professionals embody more than just technical skills. Here is what you would do in the role of a Bookkeeper/Account Service Representative:
- Listen carefully to clients. Our clients consider us their trusted advisors. They have problems to solve and come to us for help. Understand their needs and seek to understand the root of their issues.
- Build relationships with clients. Talk to clients and get to know them. We value words as much as we value numbers, and it is through engaged conversations you will come to learn what is important to a client. We are looking for individuals willing to engage in conversation beyond accounting matters.
- Prepare and complete general ledger and adjusting journal entries, prepare monthly financial statements and bank reconciliations, process payroll and prepare payroll tax returns.
- Assist with other miscellaneous projects as assigned.
Position Requirements:
- High school diploma required. Associate degree in accounting or related field is preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of bookkeeping experience in general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing and payroll tax returns.
- Advanced proficiency with QuickBooks (preferred), MS Office (Outlook, Excel, and Word) and online bank systems.
- Strong ability to prioritize tasks with changing deadlines.
- Proven ability to work both independently and with a team as required.
- Professional written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills
Blue is proudly ranked as a top 60 CPA firm in the U.S. and named as a “Best Place to Work” in Indiana and Kentucky, and “Best Employer” in Ohio. We take pride in fostering a great culture, providing award-winning professional growth opportunities, and offering the ability to work either in-office, remote or a hybrid combination. At Blue, we truly value the development of ALL employees and encourage them to bring their true authentic selves to work
We are Responsive. We are Caring. We are Advocates
We will not sponsor an employment related visa for this position. A background check will be required for employment in this position. Blue is an EOE/AA employer. M/F/D/V. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
