Implementation Accounting Specialist

About Us

Burkland’s core purpose is to Accelerate Dreams. So often, turning dreams into reality helps change the world. We thrive at the forefront of this transformation. Startups desire our professionals — they are the best in the business. Startups seek our content — we are an industry thought leader. Startups trust our expertise so that founders can focus on their companies, products, and value-add. As a part of our demonstrated value, our clients raised over $3B just last year.

At Burkland, we lead with our Core Purpose. We do this for both our clients and our employees. We believe that leaning on our Core Values (Fresh Perspectives, Exponential Value, Empathy, Trusted Partner) will lead to happy clients and happy employees.

We are a remote-first company with over 180 incredible team members, more than 750 clients, and a commitment to Accelerating Dreams.

The Role

The Implementation Accounting Specialist works behind the scenes within the Implementation Team to assist with ensuring all client deliverables are achieved in a timely fashion during the client onboarding process. The Implementation Accounting Specialist will be responsible for various special projects, back work, and daily projects as assigned within the Implementation Team. The Implementation Accounting Specialist will play an integral role by supporting the Implementation Team in achieving their client-related goals.
  

Your Typical, Atypical, Day

• Full Cycle Accounting (Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and General Ledger)

• Set up customer and vendor accounts

• Perform daily bank reconciliation of deposits

• Post daily cash receipts from the lockbox and electronic deposits

• Post Journal Entries into QuickBooks

• Assist with and manage the bookkeepers during the monthly close process

• Document and prepare financial reports

• Create and document client processes for transition to the client’s permanent team

• Assess, organize, and prioritize tasks, and responsibilities for multiple clients daily to meet onboarding goals and deadlines

• Exercises sound judgment in making decisions while working on individual client needs

• When needed, train team members when transitioning clients to the permanent team

• Display confidence in identifying problems and make recommendations on solutions

About You

• Experience with various accounting software: QuickBooks Online, Ramp, Bill.com, Stripe, etc.

• 1-2 Years of Multi-Client Experience

• 2-3 Years of Client Onboarding Experience

• Proficient with Excel (Vlookups, Sumifs, and Pivot Tables)

• Ability to present complex information to a variety of audiences. Tailor delivery based on experience level and skillset, while demonstrating patience.

• Keen attention to detail and demonstrated accuracy and speed in current role

• Ability to follow instructions, while also being able to evaluate new solutions or greater efficiencies in those instructions

• Strong emphasis on customer service

• Proficiency in researching, learning, and implementing new applications to meet client and company needs

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Proven judgment and decision-making skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook, Excel, and Word

What We Offer

• Flexible work schedule to promote a healthy work-life balance.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance for you and your dependents.

• Short & Long Term Disability Insurance to support you when you need it the most.

• Flexible PTO - Take time off from work when you need it.

• 401k with a company match to ensure you are ready for retirement.

• A generous home office expense reimbursement so you have the office you need to be productive.

• Forget the commute! We're a remote-first workplace, so you can work from your home office or from the beach if you’d like!

• We offer a collaborative, communicative culture, driven by our Core Purpose + Values. We work with incredibly smart people who love to learn and share what they know. If this sounds like a team you'd like to be a part of, we'd love to hear from you.

Burkland Associates is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Burkland Associates is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or another legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit our careers page https://burklandassociates.com/careers/.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

The base pay range target for the role described in this job description is $. Final offer amounts depend on multiple factors such as candidate experience and expertise, geographic location, total compensation, and market data. In addition, full-time regular positions are eligible for, 401(k), health benefits, and other benefits; some of these benefits may be available for part-time.