Overview Barrister Global is seeking a highly capable, hands-on Accountant to support and strengthen accounting operations. This role will work directly with leadership and manage the team to ensure accurate financial reporting, resolve existing accounting issues, and improve overall processes. This is not a passive review role. We are looking for someone who will actively work inside the accounting system, identify issues, and take ownership of fixing them. Key Responsibilities Accounting Cleanup & Reconciliation (Top Priority) - Identify and resolve discrepancies across financial records, including: *Bank and credit card reconciliations *General ledger inconsistencies *Work-in-progress (WIP) balances *Accounts receivable and payable balances - Investigate historical issues and implement corrective entries - Ensure all balance sheet accounts are accurate and fully supported Monthly Close & Financial Reporting - Lead and improve the monthly close process - Review and finalize financial statements for accuracy and completeness - Ensure proper classification and consistency - Provide clear, reliable financial reporting to leadership Team Oversight & Direction - Manage accounting controller - Review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules - Provide direction, accountability, and process clarity to the team - Ensure deadlines are met and standards are maintained Bank & Lender Reporting - Prepare and review financial packages required for banks - Support loan reporting, covenant compliance, and financial requests - Ensure accuracy and consistency in all externally provided financials Tax Coordination - Serve as the primary liaison with external CPAs - Prepare and organize financial data required for tax filings - Review tax returns and supporting schedules prior to submission Process Improvement - Evaluate current accounting workflows and identify inefficiencies - Implement improved processes, controls, and standard procedures - Ensure systems (QuickBooks) is being used correctly and consistently Qualifications - 5-10+ years of accounting experience - Strong understanding of financial statements and general ledger structure - Proven experience cleaning up and reconciling complex or disorganized books - Hands-on experience with QuickBooks (Desktop preferred) - Experience managing or directing accounting staff - CPA or CPA-track is a plus, but not required Key Traits for Success - Hands-on problem solver who takes ownership of issues through resolution - Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify root causes - Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment - Ability to lead a team while also executing work independently - Clear communicator who can translate accounting issues into actionable steps What Success Looks Like - Clean, fully reconciled books across all entities - Reliable, accurate monthly financial reporting - Improved close timelines and accounting processes - Stronger accountability and performance within the accounting team - Confidence from leadership and banks in financial data