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

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 Hire5 provides aspiring talents worldwide with remote opportunities to grow their careers in Silicon Valley startups and other U.S.-based companies. Interested in joining one of the most promising U.S. companies in outsourced accounting? Apply now or click “Connect” on Hire5 Career Portal to stay updated on future opportunities.