Accounting Advisory Associate II

BPM Overview:

B-P-M stands for “Because People Matter,” because at our core, our people drive everything we do and how we do it. 

We are a forward-thinking, full-service accounting firm providing modern solutions to businesses across the globe. We focus on comprehensive assurance, tax, and consulting services for our clients, and we provide our people and our community with the resources to lead meaningful and purposeful lives.

While we are one of the largest California-based accounting firms, our flexible work locations and schedules mean we have professionals across the continent. BPM offers a rich diversity in clients, industries, and overall work. Our teams and our clients drive us to provide quality services and ignite unique insights and ideas that contribute to our continued success. Our clients come from different backgrounds and industries, which keep our people intellectually challenged every day.

As an Accounting Advisory Associate II, you will support a portfolio of private company clients by performing key accounting functions, including account reconciliations, month-end close activities, journal entries, financial reporting, and cash management. You will collaborate with managers, senior consultants, and client stakeholders to deliver high-quality accounting and advisory services, assist with process improvements and system implementations, and help clients strengthen their financial operations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, client-focused, and able to manage multiple priorities while providing insightful recommendations and exceptional service.

Accounting Advisory Overview:

 BPM’s Business & Outsourcing Services team provides comprehensive financial and business advisory services to private, owner-run companies, including family-owned businesses and start-ups. We do this by providing outsource accounting services, cash flow modeling, financial reporting. We also represent companies in securing loans and financing, develop succession plans and exit strategies, and support company growth through tax planning, risk management, system and processes optimization and merger and acquisition integration.

Note: This position is onsite for candidates located in Sioux Falls, SD. Candidates residing elsewhere in the U.S. who are within commuting distance of a BPM office will be expected to follow a hybrid work schedule.

You Have (Requirements):

• BS/BA in Accounting, Finance, or Business Management
• A desire to pursue your CPA.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in public accounting and/or industry as part of an accounting function.
• Experience with data conversions, interfaces/integrations, reporting and customization within various ERP systems. 
• Experience using QuickBooks, Intacct, NetSuite and/or other accounting platforms.
• Working knowledge of Bill.com, Expensify, and/or Concur is a plus.
• Demonstrated leadership experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Able to work with multiple clients and projects concurrently.
• Ability to synthesize all forms of research into clear, thoughtful, actionable deliverables.
• Knowledge of GAAP is preferred.

You Will (Job Responsibilities):

• Manage accounting services for clients like assist in month-end close, including A/P, A/R, journal entries, account reconciliations and assisting in the preparation of financial statements.
• Work on engagement teams and support managers on small to mid-size private company management and compilation reports.
• Participate in multiple engagements and interact with client personnel throughout the implementation. 
• Partner with senior consultants to assess client ERP implementation needs, assist in crafting innovative solutions that span different subject matter domains and implement these plans to exceed the client’s expectations. 
• Be a contributing member to the team, soaking up information and competently analyzing and prioritizing information to make appropriate recommendations and suggest solutions.
• Participate in special projects for our clients that provide further growth and learning experiences, as needed.