Sr. Accounting Specialist

Individual applicants residing in the US only

About the role

As a Senior Accounting Specialist at Uplinq, you’ll serve as the accounting lead for a portfolio of complex clients. You’ll handle advanced accounting tasks, build and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), and serve as a quality reviewer and mentor for junior Accounting Specialists. This role requires strong technical skills, judgment, and the ability to lead client conversations confidently.

What you'll do

• Own month-end close and financial reporting for complex client accounts using QuickBooks Online (QBO) and Uplinq’s proprietary accounting system.
• Prepare and document advanced journal entries.
• Handle job costing, inventory tracking, and class/location-based reporting as needed.
• Manage and troubleshoot third-party integrations.
• Build and maintain client-specific SOPs, documentation, and QBO workflows.
• Serve as the main point of contact for clients—leading calls, owning relationships, and resolving escalations.
• Review junior team members’ work and provide clear, constructive feedback.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of small business or firm-based accounting experience
• Advanced Knowledge in QuickBooks Online
• Strong knowledge of full-cycle accrual accounting and GAAP principles
• Experience with job costing, inventory, and class/location reporting
• Skilled in managing third-party integrations
• Documentation and workflow mapping abilities
• Confident communicator who can lead client meetings and explain financials clearly

Why Join Us

• Competitive pay + health, dental, vision, 401(k), and life insurance
• Remote-first and flexible work culture
• Clear path for career growth in a fast-growing firm
• Modern tech stack and automation-first mindset
• Supportive, collaborative team with strong systems and documentation