Staff Accountant
At FuseCFO, we prioritize a positive team culture, high-touch service to our clients, and an environment where our people can grow and succeed. We’re currently looking for a versatile Staff Accountant to support our small- and medium-sized business clients.
The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing multiple client entities, delivering accurate and timely accounting work, and communicating with warmth and professionalism. This role is primarily remote, with an annual in-person visit for company gatherings.
Fuse is a flexible, remote employer of fractional Accounting and CFO services…but we are not a tax accounting firm. Our team is collaborative, supportive, and dedicated to delivering excellent work for our clients while maintaining a friendly, approachable style.
What you’ll do for multiple clients
- Manage weekly transaction processing, including bank/credit card coding, AR/AP, and payroll for multiple clients.
- Serve as the main client contact for AR, AP, payroll, and other assigned deliverables.
- Prepare reconciliations, variance analysis, and financial schedules.
- Support month-end and year-end closings, including journal entries and account reviews.
- Maintain organized and accurate client accounting records and process documentation.
- Assist with vendor maintenance, sales tax filings, and 1099 preparation.
- Maintain client-specific documentation and process notesProcess, organize and react to incoming client information from multiple sources
- Identify and resolve discrepancies or potential issues in financial data
- Collaborate with team members on client work and ad hoc projects.
Ideal Candidate Qualities
We’re looking for a hands-on, adaptable Accountant who thrives in a multi-entity, multi-client environment. You should be proactive, detail-oriented, and motivated to get the work done right the first time. Strong organization and time management skills are a must, as is the ability to work independently while also being part of a team.
The right candidate will:
- Be proficient in Excel, QBO, have familiarity with payroll platforms, AP automation tools like RAMP and Melio and be comfortable with Google Suite (gmail, g-drive).
- Have a positive attitude, excellent communication and a client-first mindset.
- Understand cash vs. accrual accounting, depreciation and amortization, the relationship between the Balance Sheet and Income Statement, and financial statement preparation.
- Stay organized and professional when juggling competing deadlines.
- Identify and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
- Be comfortable learning and applying new technologies.
Education & Experience
- Required skills in QuickBooks Online, Excel and Google Suite.
- 1-3 years of accounting experience supporting small to mid-sized businesses
- Demonstrated experience successfully handling multiple client entities
– Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent experience
Hours & Schedule
25-40 hours/week. Part or Full Time. Our team generally works Monday–Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, EST, with some flexibility around scheduling.
Most client work is remote, though occasional on-site visits or team visits to the Charlotte region may be required.
Benefits
- Health insurance reimbursement (when eligible)
- 3% retirement contribution match
- Company-paid life and disability insurance for Full-time
- Paid time off and holiday pay
- Phone and home office allowance
- Mileage reimbursement for client/team travel
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $47,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 3% Match
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Travel reimbursement
- Unlimited paid time off
- Work from home
Application Question(s):
- How many years of Quickbooks Online experience do you have? Please explain what activities you have performed in QBO.
- Have you worked in an accounting firm or role where you have handled MULTIPLE accounting clients and their books at the same time? Please explain.
- Please answer both questions: Have you worked remotely before? How many hours / week do you want to work (pay will be prorated)?
Work Location: Remote
