Bookkeeper/ Senior Accountant (new york city: manhattan)

Overview We're an established CPA firm with over 15 years of experience serving a wide range of small business clients. We're looking for an honest, kind, and detail-oriented Bookkeeper/Accounting Associate to join our team. We are a friendly small office where you can enjoy professional growth and long-term stability with loyal clients. Key Responsibilities: • Bookkeeping, payroll, and sales tax for business clients • Assist in tax preparation as needed Qualifications • 2+ years of accounting experience • Proficient in QuickBooks • Strong understanding of core accounting principles • Highly organized and detail-oriented • Excellent communication with a proactive attitude, integrity and professionalism • Associate or Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field, or equivalent work experience Pay rates: $24.00 - $35.00 depending on background and experience. Full benefits include retirement plan match, health insurance, paid holidays, paid vacation, etc. Application Questions: - List top 3 things you are looking for in your next job - Please provide your LinkedIn Page Work Location: In person

About Us Ever eat an Impossible Burger, cooked plant-based chicken, or recycle a plastic water bottle? There isn’t a facet of modern life that chemical engineers have not touched. Chemical engineers have been part of almost every major development from plastics and fibers to unleaded gasoline to solar power and medicines. If it’s modern, chemical engineers helped make it happen. AIChE, founded in 1908, is a professional society of more than 60,000 chemical engineers in 110 countries. Its members work in corporations, universities, and government, using their knowledge of chemical processes to develop safe and useful products for the benefit of society. AIChE fosters and disseminates chemical engineering knowledge, assists the professional and personal growth of its members, and applies the expertise of its members to address societal needs and improve the quality of life. Through its varied programs, AIChE continues to be a focal point for information exchange on the frontiers of chemical engineering research in such areas as energy, sustainability, biological and environmental engineering, nanotechnology, and chemical plant safety and security. Position Summary The Grant & Financial Technology Manager will play a critical role in the invoicing, reporting, and compliance aspects of our grant-funded programs. The Grant Accountant will coordinate certain financial and operational activities across the program teams, accounting and finance teams, sub-recipients and the federal government. In addition, the Grant Accountant will assist the Accounting team in certain monthly close activities.    The Grant & Financial Technology Manager will be relied on to identify opportunities to gain efficiencies and insights and to eliminate manual effort to ensure accuracy in our accounting and reporting functions.  Once identified, this role will own delivery of solutions in collaboration with team members, IT and technology partners.  This role will move us further along on our journey of not just reporting figures, but effectively telling the story.    The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, organized, creative, technologically savvy, and able to communicate effectively with both financial and non-financial audiences. Responsibilities: Develop, monitor, and update grant budgets throughout their life cycle in coordination with program teams. Track expenditures and ensure alignment with grant budgets and allowable cost principles. Review monthly program financials.  Analyze budget-to-actuals and provide variance reports to program teams on a regular basis. Prepare and submit accurate and timely invoices to grant funders.  Address invoice questions in writing and in conversations with grant funders. Manage the invoice flow within the organization and from subrecipients of the grants. Ensure financial expenditures and processes adhere to grant agreements, federal regulations (e.g., 2 CFR 200), and organizational policies.  Manage full contract compliance by cross-referencing invoices against the contract's specific requirements, including allowable expenses, payment rates, and deliverables. Assess whether any variations or deviations from the contract need to be explained or approved. Support external audits by preparing necessary schedules and backup documentation. Utilize financial systems to streamline grant tracking, reporting, and invoicing.  Identify and implement process improvements. Perform various financial close activities. Review existing accounting processes and procedures to identify opportunities to gain efficiencies and insights and to eliminate manual effort to ensure accuracy in our accounting and reporting functions.  Once identified, this role will own delivery of solutions in collaboration with team members, IT and technology partners.  Lead role on evaluation of general ledger system and potential replacements. Update and/or create documentation for key accounting processes. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics or similar. 4+ years of experience in public accounting is preferred.  If not, at least 5-7 years of experience in a private accounting role or some combination of private and public accounting experience.  Non-profit experience is helpful, but not required. Experience reviewing contracts, grant proposals or other complex agreements. Experience managing the financial reporting for grant-funded work is a plus. Technology: Accounts Payable system and General Ledger exposure.  Intermediate to Advanced Excel skills (i.e. PIVOT tables).  Knowledge of data visualization tools (i.e. Power BI) beneficial.  Involvement in a financial system implementation or other technology adoption effort a plus. Skills: Excellent organizational and project management skills, with keen attention to detail. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to learn quickly, take initiative, prioritize, and work well under deadlines. Demonstrates a commitment to quality, accuracy, and thoroughness. Strong project management and change management skills. Works effectively with details as well as high-level concepts. Benefits Compensation Range: $110,000- $115,000 We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including: Bonus opportunity Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Account 403b Retirement Plan with Company Match: AIChE 100% of the first 6% of your eligible pay you contribute to the plan Paid Vacation and Sick Days Holiday pay Educational Assistance Company Paid Life Insurance Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance Various Employee Perks and Discounts The American Institute of Chemical Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐔𝐬 We are a modern bookkeeping & advisory firm using tech-enabled processes to support small businesses. Our lean, growth-focused practice helps entrepreneurs keep clean books, strengthen cash flow, and stay tax-ready. We’re looking for a U.S.-based professional to help build the foundation and grow with us. 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞 (𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭-𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭) You’ll handle early client work (bookkeeping, payroll, tax prep support) and help design workflows for scale. You’ll be the credible voice on client calls and collaborate with offshore support as we expand. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐃𝐨 Monthly bookkeeping: QBO/Xero, reconciliations, AR/AP, month-end close Clean-ups & catch-ups; COA design and process fixes Payroll coordination (Gusto/QBO/ADP) and sales-tax filings Assist with business & individual tax prep (Schedule C/1120-S/1065) alongside CPA/EA partners Prep year-end packages; maintain compliance readiness Document SOPs; supervise offshore bookkeepers as team expands Join client onboarding calls; set expectations & reporting cadence 𝐑𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 U.S.-based applicants only (client-facing work) 3+ years bookkeeping/accounting (SMB focus) QuickBooks Online Certification required Clear, professional communication skills Payroll & sales tax knowledge; tax exposure preferred Bonus: experience with Dext/Hubdoc, Gusto, or multi-entity accounting 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 1099 contractor: $28–$38/hr DOE (CPA/EA track up to $55/hr) Hours: start at 10–20 hrs/week, grow with client load Incentives: $150 per new recurring client onboarded; bonuses for large clean-ups Path: expand hours or convert to W-2 Client Manager role as MRR grows 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐤𝐬 Remote flexibility – Remote-Friendly Bookkeeper / Accountant (Part-Time, Flexible) Modern systems, no chaos Chance to help build a firm from the ground up Growth into advisory & tax support work Advancement potential as we expand 𝐓𝐨 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 Send: 𝟏. Resume/LinkedIn 𝟐. A short intro 𝟑. Brief answers: (a) 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐐𝐁𝐎 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐤 (𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐬/𝐭𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬 𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐝)? (b) 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐧-𝐮𝐩 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐝? (c) 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡-𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩𝐬?

Commercial Portfolio Manager – To $100K – Chicago, IL – Job # 3571 Who We Are The Symicor Group is a boutique talent acquisition firm based in Schaumburg, IL & Rockport, TX. Our nationally unique value proposition centers around providing the very best available banking and accounting talent. In fact, most of our recruiters are former bankers or accountants themselves! We know how to evaluate the very best banking and accounting talent available in the market. Whether you are a candidate seeking a new opportunity or a bank or company president trying to fill an essential position, The Symicor Group stands ready to deliver premium results for you. The Position Our bank client is seeking to fill a Commercial Portfolio Manager role in the Chicago, IL area. This selected candidate will be responsible for independently managing a Commercial Loan portfolio. The candidate will manage, acquire, and deepen a portfolio of new and existing profitable lending relationships, with a greater emphasis on maintaining a larger lending portfolio of the Bank’s existing clients. This position includes a generous salary of up to $100K and a full benefits package. (This is not a remote position.) Commercial Portfolio Manager responsibilities include: Managing a portfolio of commercial clients including monitoring loan covenants and structuring loan proposals. Underwriting and originating of new credits from existing and/or new customers including renewals, modifications, and annual reviews. Making appropriate loan structure recommendations. Proactively looks to expand client base by cultivating referral relationships, and target marketing clients/prospects in accordance with the Bank’s marketing standards. Meeting and exceeding monthly performance scorecard goals that include but, are not limited to developing new profitable business relationships. Enhancing the cross-sell ratio through the expansion and deepening of client penetration as well as job-related behaviors. Highly involved in indirect and direct sales calls as well as representing the Bank in various industry-specific trade organizations that promote the Bank’s loan growth within the desired industries. Preparing spreads, performing covenant checks, completing loan reviews, updating ticklers, and populating FDM (electronic document storage system) within a reasonable timeframe upon receipt of financial information and/or other requested documentation. Spreading, analyzing, and reviewing financial conditions, income sources, and collateral coverage of borrowers including corporations, partnerships, sole proprietors, and individuals. Collecting updated borrower financial information in accordance with periodic reporting requirements and completing scheduled loan reviews. Preparing loan presentation write-ups for management and loan committee approvals. Ensuring that loans and other assets are appropriate, and timely risk rated in accordance with the Bank’s loan policy. Who Are You? You’re someone who wants to influence your own development. You’re looking for an opportunity where you can pursue your interests and your passion. Where a job title is not considered the final definition of who you are, but merely the starting point for your future. You also bring the following skills and experience: Bachelor’s degree is preferred, or equivalent business experience is preferred. Four or more years of banking experience with an emphasis on relationship management and commercial lending. Strong background in prospecting for new clients and a demonstrated track record in business development. Strong organizational, time management skills, and leadership qualities. Working knowledge of financial analysis and accounting theory, and the ability to write clearly, logically, and analytically. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to be a self-starter and demonstrate a strong level of initiative and commitment with a minimum level of supervision. Ability to understand accounting, including financial statement spreads, cash flows, and credit analysis. Ability to define problems, proactively identify and articulate risks, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. The next step is yours. Email us your current resume along with the position you are considering to: resumes@symicorgroup.com

About the Company We are a construction materials supplier that specializes in the pipe, valves, & fittings markets. We provide materials to jobsites and manufacturers across Southern California. The company has been in business for over 40 years, but our team is young, vibrant and motivated. Our employees boast on Company Culture, and turnover is low. Duties Full Time, Mon-Fri 8am-5pm Assist Accounts Payable Department -Use Quickbooks to enter bills -Coordinate with the warehouse receiving department to resolve billing discrepancies -Respond to Vendors with payment details Assist Accounts Receivable Department -Use Quickbooks to analyze past due accounts and invoices -Make phone calls and emails to Customers to inquire on payments -Process Customer credit card payments Assist Receptionist in answering and transferring phone calls Requirements Experience in accounting Reliable and punctual Customer service oriented Positive and professional attitude Team player, outgoing and friendly Background check Compensation $23.00-$25.00/hr Medical Insurance Vacation Days and 401k after probation period Please submit resume to this post directly. Thank you for your interest.

Commercial Portfolio Manager – To $100K – Los Angeles, CA – Job # 3590 Who We Are The Symicor Group is a boutique talent acquisition firm based in Schaumburg, IL & Rockport, TX. Our nationally unique value proposition centers around providing the very best available banking and accounting talent. In fact, most of our recruiters are former bankers or accountants themselves! We know how to evaluate the very best banking and accounting talent available in the market. Whether you are a candidate seeking a new opportunity or a bank or company president trying to fill an essential position, The Symicor Group stands ready to deliver premium results for you. The Position Our bank client is seeking to fill a Commercial Portfolio Manager role in the Los Angeles, CA area. This selected candidate will be responsible for independently managing a Commercial Loan portfolio. The candidate will manage, acquire, and deepen a portfolio of new and existing profitable lending relationships, with a greater emphasis on maintaining a larger lending portfolio of the Bank’s existing clients. This position includes a generous salary of up to $100K and a full benefits package. (This is not a remote position.) Commercial Portfolio Manager responsibilities include: Managing a portfolio of commercial clients including monitoring loan covenants and structuring loan proposals. Underwriting and originating of new credits from existing and/or new customers including renewals, modifications, and annual reviews. Making appropriate loan structure recommendations. Proactively looks to expand client base by cultivating referral relationships, and target marketing clients/prospects in accordance with the Bank’s marketing standards. Meeting and exceeding monthly performance scorecard goals that include but, are not limited to developing new profitable business relationships. Enhancing the cross-sell ratio through the expansion and deepening of client penetration as well as job-related behaviors. Highly involved in indirect and direct sales calls as well as representing the Bank in various industry-specific trade organizations that promote the Bank’s loan growth within the desired industries. Preparing spreads, performing covenant checks, completing loan reviews, updating ticklers, and populating FDM (electronic document storage system) within a reasonable timeframe upon receipt of financial information and/or other requested documentation. Spreading, analyzing, and reviewing financial conditions, income sources, and collateral coverage of borrowers including corporations, partnerships, sole proprietors, and individuals. Collecting updated borrower financial information in accordance with periodic reporting requirements and completing scheduled loan reviews. Preparing loan presentation write-ups for management and loan committee approvals. Ensuring that loans and other assets are appropriate, and timely risk rated in accordance with the Bank’s loan policy. Who Are You? You’re someone who wants to influence your own development. You’re looking for an opportunity where you can pursue your interests and your passion. Where a job title is not considered the final definition of who you are, but merely the starting point for your future. You also bring the following skills and experience: Bachelor’s degree is preferred, or equivalent business experience is preferred. Four or more years of banking experience with an emphasis on relationship management and commercial lending. Strong background in prospecting for new clients and a demonstrated track record in business development. Strong organizational, time management skills, and leadership qualities. Working knowledge of financial analysis and accounting theory, and the ability to write clearly, logically, and analytically. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to be a self-starter and demonstrate a strong level of initiative and commitment with a minimum level of supervision. Ability to understand accounting, including financial statement spreads, cash flows, and credit analysis. Ability to define problems, proactively identify and articulate risks, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. The next step is yours. Email us your current resume along with the position you are considering to: resumes@symicorgroup.com