Staff Accountant - Small CPA Firm (part-time)

Staff Accountant – Small CPA Firm

Part-Time | Remote | Central Indiana Strongly Preferred

SMG Accounting & Tax Advisors, LLC

Plainfield, Indiana

Approximately 10–20 Hours per Week

$35–$45 per Hour, Depending on Experience

POSITION OVERVIEW

SMG Accounting & Tax Advisors is a growing CPA firm seeking an experienced Staff Accountant to support the recurring accounting and financial reporting needs of our small and mid-sized business clients.

This is a long-term, part-time position designed for an experienced accounting professional who wants to remain active in the profession while maintaining the flexibility of a reduced work schedule.

The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of the general ledger, account and payroll reconciliations, month-end close, financial statement preparation, and QuickBooks Online. Prior experience working in a CPA firm or managing the accounting for multiple businesses is highly desirable.

This position is intended for someone seeking a stable, long-term role as a member of our firm. It is not an independent contractor engagement and is not intended as an opportunity to supplement an existing bookkeeping or accounting practice.

The position is remote; however, candidates located in Central Indiana are strongly preferred. While most work can be performed remotely, there may occasionally be opportunities for in-person training, meetings, or collaboration at our Plainfield office.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain accurate general ledgers for multiple business clients

• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations

• Reconcile payroll, payroll liabilities, and related accounts

• Review balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies

• Prepare and post adjusting journal entries

• Perform month-end close procedures

• Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules

• Review client accounting records for accuracy and completeness

• Maintain and troubleshoot QuickBooks Online files

• Assist with accounting cleanup and catch-up projects as needed

• Communicate professionally with clients regarding accounting questions and missing information

• Assist with year-end accounting and preparation of client records for income tax return preparation

IDEAL CANDIDATE

We are looking for someone who:

• Has several years of hands-on accounting experience

• Understands accounting beyond basic transaction entry

• Is comfortable working with multiple companies and sets of books

• Has strong QuickBooks Online experience

• Can independently identify and resolve accounting discrepancies

• Understands balance sheet reconciliations and month-end close

• Is organized, dependable, and detail-oriented

• Communicates clearly and professionally

• Values accuracy, confidentiality, and client service

• Is looking for a long-term, part-time professional role

• Enjoys being part of a small firm where their work has a meaningful impact

Prior CPA firm experience is strongly preferred but not required.

SCHEDULE & WORK ARRANGEMENT

• Approximately 10–20 hours per week

• Primarily remote

• Flexible scheduling within reasonable business needs and client deadlines

• Central Indiana candidates strongly preferred

• Opportunity for the position and responsibilities to grow over time based on mutual fit and the needs of the firm

COMPENSATION

$35–$45 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

ABOUT SMG ACCOUNTING & TAX ADVISORS

SMG Accounting & Tax Advisors is a small CPA firm serving businesses and individuals with accounting, tax, payroll administration, and advisory services.

We place a high value on accuracy, responsiveness, trust, and long-term client relationships. We are looking for someone who wants to become a trusted member of our team and grow with the firm over time.

If you are an experienced accountant looking for a flexible, long-term, part-time position where you can use your skills without the demands of a traditional full-time accounting role, we would welcome the opportunity to hear from you.

Pay: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Briefly describe your experience taking a client's books from bank reconciliation through finalized monthly financial statements.

• This is a long-term, part-time position expected to begin at approximately 10-20 hours per week. Are you specifically interested in a position with this level of hours?

Experience:

• QuickBooks Online: 3 years (Required)

• bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliation: 3 years (Required)

• reconciling payroll reports to G/L and liabilities: 3 years (Required)

• CPA firm / public accounting: 3 years (Preferred)

• monthly F/S preparation and reviewing G/L accounts: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote