Senior Accountant
Location: Hybrid
Enjoy the flexibility of working remotely while remaining connected to our team. This role is performed remotely on a day-to-day basis, with occasional in-person client meetings (based on client needs) and invitations to participate in team events. We are seeking candidates located in Ohio, preferably near Columbus. Team members in the Columbus area have access to our coworking space.
Summary:
Holbrook & Manter has been providing accounting, tax, and audit services to closely held and family-owned businesses for over 100 years. We are employee-owned and operate several offices across Ohio.
Our Business Services & Solutions Team (BSST) delivers outsourced accounting, advisory, and fractional controller services to clients across multiple industries. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant to support our growing client base.
The ideal candidate is experienced, detail oriented, and comfortable managing multiple complex clients in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills, advanced technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to translate financial data into meaningful business insights are essential.
Position Description:
As a Senior Accountant on our BSST team, you will serve as a strategic partner to our clients, helping them interpret their financial story to make informed business decisions. This role involves both high-level accounting execution and meaningful advisory work. This is a full-time position. The individual will report directly to the BSST leadership members in, and they will provide ongoing guidance and support. This role will include supervising and assisting in the oversight of staff accountants and serving as a key liaison between the accounting team and the BSST leadership.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and review the projects completed by the staff accountants to provide oversight, review work, and offering coaching and guidance.
- Manage full cycle accounting for a portfolio of clients, including complete month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, and timely preparation of financial statements.
- Perform complex reconciliations, including intercompany activity, revenue recognition, fixed assets, and other high-level accounting areas requiring advanced judgment.
- Prepare supplemental schedules, KPI dashboards, cash flow forecasts, and budget to actual analyses to support client decision making.
- Lead client advisory work, including physician compensation reports, medical billing analyses, third party payer reconciliations, and year-end tax planning support.
- Optimize client accounting tech stacks using tools such as QuickBooks Online, Gusto, and Bill.com to automate workflows and enhance accuracy.
- Ensure all financial reporting complies with GAAP, internal controls, and firm policies.
- Support internal and external audits, preparing schedules and responding to auditor requests.
- Identify process improvement opportunities and recommend automation or system enhancements to improve efficiency across client engagements.
- Collaborate with internal teams and client leadership to support budgeting, forecasting, and other strategic financial needs.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
- 3–5 years of experience in public accounting or as a Senior Accountant/Controller
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls
- Expert‑level proficiency with QuickBooks Online (ProAdvisor a plus)
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial statements and identify discrepancies.
- Solid technical accounting foundation, including experience with journal entries, general ledger maintenance, and financial statement preparation.
- Proven ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present financial information.
- High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to accuracy.
- Self-starter who can work independently while also collaborating effectively with team members and clients.
What We Offer:
- Employee stock ownership opportunities
- 401(k) with 3% employer contribution
- Unlimited PTO after an introductory orientation period
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Employer-funded Group Term Life and Long-Term Disability insurance
- CPA support program and continuing education opportunities
Start Date: Immediately
To apply, please email your resume to HR@holbrookmanter.com.
Staff Accountant
Location: Hybrid
Enjoy the flexibility of working remotely while remaining connected to our team. This role is performed remotely on a day-to-day basis, with occasional in-person client meetings (based on client needs) and invitations to participate in team events. We are seeking candidates located in Ohio, preferably near Columbus. Team members in the Columbus area have access to our coworking space.
Summary:
Holbrook & Manter has been providing accounting, tax, and audit services to closely held and family-owned businesses for over 100 years. We are employee-owned and operate several offices across Ohio.
Our Business Services & Solutions Team (BSST) delivers outsourced accounting, advisory, and fractional controller services to clients across multiple industries.
The ideal candidate is experienced, detail oriented, and comfortable managing multiple complex clients in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills, advanced technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to translate financial data into meaningful business insights are essential.
Position Description:
As a Staff Accountant on our BSST team, you will support clients’ accounting and financial reporting needs while developing technical expertise and advisory skills. Working closely with Senior Accountants and BSST leadership, you will assist with day-to-day accounting functions, month-end close activities, financial statement preparation, financial analysis, and client service initiatives across a variety of industries. This full-time position reports to BSST leadership and Senior Accountants and includes ongoing guidance, training, and professional development opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with full-cycle accounting for a portfolio of clients, including journal entries, general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, month-end close procedures, and financial statement preparation.
- Perform bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies as needed.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, supplemental schedules, KPI reports, and other financial analyses to support client decision-making.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow reporting by gathering and analyzing financial data.
- Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and other operational accounting functions as needed.
- Utilize accounting technology platforms such as QuickBooks Online, Gusto, and Bill.com to process transactions and maintain accurate financial records.
- Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, firm standards, and client requirements.
- Support internal and external audit requests by preparing schedules and documentation.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies within client accounting functions.
- Collaborate with Senior Accountants, BSST leadership, and clients to provide exceptional service and timely deliverables.
- Maintain organized client records and documentation in accordance with firm policies and procedures.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required.
- 1-3 years of experience in public accounting or accounting-related roles.
- Progress toward CPA certification preferred.
- Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls preferred.
- Experience with QuickBooks Online required; QuickBooks ProAdvisor certification is a plus.
- Strong accounting foundation, including experience with journal entries, reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, month-end close, and financial statement preparation.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and identify discrepancies.
- Ability to manage multiple client engagements and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to build professional client relationships.
- High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and commitment to accuracy.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software applications.
- Strong client service orientation, willingness to learn advisory skills, and ability to adapt to new technologies, processes, and client environments.
What We Offer:
- Employee stock ownership opportunities
- 401(k) with 3% employer contribution
- Unlimited PTO after an introductory orientation period
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Employer-funded Group Term Life and Long-Term Disability insurance
- CPA support program and continuing education opportunities
Start Date: Fall 2026
To apply, please email your resume to HR@holbrookmanter.com.