Accounting Analyst

Job Description

Accounting Analyst | Schlaupitz Madhavan, P.C.

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Schlaupitz Madhavan, P.C., located in Troy, MI. Schlaupitz Madhavan, P.C. (SMCPA) is a growing CPA and advisory firm known for its collaborative culture, high standards, and commitment to excellence. This role is critical to the firm’s financial health, supporting key billing, collections, and accounting operations. The Accounting Analyst plays a central role in maintaining accurate financial data and contributing to the efficient functioning of the firm’s financial processes.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Troy, MI

• Team: Reports to the Director of Operations
• Mission: To manage client billing and collections while supporting monthly accounting processes, financial reporting, and operational analysis for the firm.
• Tech Stack: QuickBooks, accounting/practice management systems, Microsoft Office

What You’ll Actually Do
• Billing Lifecycle Management: Manage the complete client billing lifecycle, including WIP analysis, creating draft invoices, processing billing adjustments, applying finance charges, and adhering to client-specific billing requirements.
• Accounts Receivable & Collections: Monitor outstanding accounts receivable, actively follow up on past-due accounts, and administer client account holds in strict accordance with firm policies.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepare and distribute key monthly financial and operational reports, such as accounts receivable aging, WIP aging, realization, and production reports, providing valuable insights.
• Accounting Close & Reconciliation: Support the entire month-end accounting close process, which includes performing account reconciliations, preparing adjusting journal entries, and compiling supporting workpapers.
• Accounts Payable & Banking: Manage the full accounts payable process, including the preparation and issuance of 1099s, and assist with daily cash receipts, bank deposits, and monthly bank reconciliations.

The Must-Haves
• Background: An experienced professional bringing five or more years of experience across accounting, finance, billing, accounts receivable, or a closely related field, demonstrating significant expertise specifically in billing, collections, and Work-in-Progress (WIP) analysis.
• Core Competencies: Possesses strong accounting fundamentals, including proficiency in account reconciliations, journal entry preparation, detailed account analysis, and thorough month-end close procedures. This includes practical experience with client account management, financial reporting, and the ability to analyze complex billing and operational data.
• Essential Skills: Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities coupled with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. Exhibits excellent organizational and time-management skills, crucial for managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines independently.
• Communication & Judgment: Commands strong written and verbal communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with firm leadership, engagement teams, and staff. Exercises sound judgment and discretion, identifying issues proactively and developing practical solutions.
• Bonus: Experience with QuickBooks or other accounting/practice management systems is a preferred qualification for this role.