Brigade is a U.S.-based outsourced bookkeeping & accounting firm that partners with small businesses and nonprofits to deliver financial clarity, trusted advice, and real-time support. Their clients don't just receive accurate books --- they gain a proactive accounting partner focused on helping them make confident, data-driven business decisions.

At Brigade, accounting is deeply connected to ownership, communication, and trust. The team works in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment where accuracy, initiative, and reliability are essential. This is not a back-office bookkeeping role --- it's an opportunity to become a trusted financial partner for business owners across multiple industries.

They are currently looking for a Senior Accountant who combines strong technical accounting skills with ownership mindset, leadership potential, and confidence in client-facing communication.

Key Responsibilities

Own full-cycle accounting operations across a portfolio of U.S.-based SMB clients, managing up to 30 accounts with high accuracy and consistency.
Lead month-end, quarterly, and annual close processes, including financial reviews, reconciliations, and reporting.
Analyze financial data, identify trends and variances, and confidently present insights to clients during recurring meetings.
Review and oversee accounting workflows completed by junior team members, providing guidance, delegation, and quality control.
Act as a key escalation point for complex accounting issues, client requests, and accounting clean-up projects.
Maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication, problem-solving, and high-quality service.
Drive operational excellence by improving workflows, supporting system adoption, and maintaining internal process standards.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; CPA or equivalent certification is a strong plus.
7 years of full-cycle accounting experience, ideally within outsourced accounting firms, multi-client environments, or fast-paced service-based companies.
Strong hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online and solid understanding of GAAP principles.
Proven experience working with U.S.-based clients, including presenting financial reports and explaining financial results.
Experience managing high-volume client portfolios and overseeing accounting workflows for junior team members.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
Tech-savvy and comfortable working with modern accounting tools and systems (Karbon, Bill.com, payroll platforms, Microsoft 365, etc.).
Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and operate successfully in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

What Success Looks Like

You independently manage multiple client engagements with high accuracy and consistency.
You confidently review, delegate, and improve accounting workflows.
You proactively identify issues before escalation and provide solutions.
You maintain strong relationships with clients and communicate financial insights clearly.
You thrive in a fast-paced, real-time accounting environment without sacrificing quality.
You take ownership of outcomes, deadlines, and client experience.

Working Hours

This is a full-time remote position with working hours from 8:30 AM -- 5:30 PM EST, including a 1-hour lunch break. You must be able to fully overlap with EST hours.

What They Offer

Direct exposure to U.S.-based businesses across multiple industries --- not just transactional bookkeeping, but real involvement in financial operations and decision-making.
A fast-paced environment with high ownership, autonomy, and visibility across the organization.
Clear growth path toward leadership and client management responsibilities as the company scales.
Opportunity to work alongside a highly process-driven accounting team with strong operational standards.
Real client interaction and the ability to develop confidence in presenting financial insights and recommendations.
Structured onboarding, internal training, and hands-on support during ramp-up.
Long-term, stable opportunity within a growing U.S. accounting firm focused on building its team for the future.

Selection Process

Submit your application and CV.
Zoom interview with Hire5 recruiter.
Complete a culture survey.
Final interview with Brigade team.
Accounting assessment.

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Senior Accountant at Brigade, a US-based outsourced bookkeeping & accounting firm (remote)

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