Overview
Lumsden McCormick CPA is seeking a friendly, energetic, and organized candidate with general accounting and payroll experience needed to provide accounting services to our smaller business clients. The ideal candidate for this will be someone who is a self-starter, detail-oriented, highly dependable, and has the ability to work well within a team environment.
Key Responsibilities
Perform bookkeeping and payroll services for clients under the direction of a Certified Public Accountant
Reconcile client bank account statements
Prepare journal entries and post to general ledger
Process payables and bill payments
Communicate directly with clients via meetings, email, and telephone
Monitor in-house and external deadline to ensure compliance
Qualifications
Two years of post-secondary education or equivalent experience in accounting
QuickBooks experience- certification is a plus
Attention to detail, accuracy, organizational skills, computer experience, including Word and Excel
Knowledge of clerical bookkeeping principles and practices, including processing payroll and reports, general ledger reconciliations, financial statements and the keeping of financial accounts and records
Ability to self-direct and effectively organize, prioritize and manage multiple engagements under a tight deadline
Prior experience with accounts receivable, payable, bank reconciliations, general ledger, payroll and small tax return preparation
Strong communication and client-facing skills
Benefits
As an employee at Lumsden McCormick, our employees enjoy a variety of benefits within their employment with us, including:
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Options for medical and dependent care expenses.
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA): To assist with out-of-pocket medical expenses.
Retirement Plan: A 401(k) plan to help employees save for their future, with firm contributions and profit sharing.
Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life and AD&D insurance, as well as long-term disability insurance.
Pet Insurance Benefits
Paid Time Off: Generous paid time off policies, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
Professional Development: Opportunities for continuing education, professional memberships, and certifications.
Hybrid and/or Remote work options.
The salary range for this position is $20 - $28 per hour and is commensurate with experience.
This position will begin fully in-person in Buffalo, NY with the ability to transition into hybrid or remote if desired.
Company Culture
Our firm prides itself on fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. We value diversity, professional growth, and a commitment to excellence. As a Bookkeeper in our CAAS Department, you will be an essential part of our mission to provide exceptional service to our clients.
We look forward to welcoming a new team member who is dedicated to making a positive impact on our clients and our firm.
To apply for any of our open positions, submit your resume via our online application. Please email our Human Resources Generalist, Tracy Johnston, at if you have questions.