ACCOUNTANT in Mesa, Arizona at Lohman Company PLLC

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Accountant to join our Client Accounting Services team. This is an elevated bookkeeping and accounting role that goes well beyond data entry — you will serve as a trusted financial partner to a portfolio of clients, owning the full-cycle accounting process and delivering accurate, timely, and insightful financial information. A CPA license or active candidacy is strongly preferred and will be given significant weight in the selection process.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounting for a portfolio of clients, including AP/AR, bank reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Perform month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement; communicate findings clearly to clients
• Assist clients with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
• Coordinate with internal and external tax CPAs, and external auditors
• Maintain organized, audit-ready client files and documentation
• Proactively identify and communicate accounting issues or irregularities to senior team members
• Stay current on changes in accounting standards, tax regulations, and best practices
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal processes and client service delivery

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a public accounting or outsourced accounting environment
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting principles
• Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks Online, Xero, or similar platforms)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple client engagements simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  
  

Strongly Preferred

• Active CPA license or CPA candidate
• Experience in a client-facing or outsourced accounting (CAS) environment
• Familiarity with bill.com, Gusto, ADP, or similar platforms