Howard Financial

Accountant

• Own the full accounting cycle for multiple client entities, including the preparation and review of financial statements (Balance Sheet, P&L, Cash Flow).
• Manage and execute month-end and year-end close processes.
• Perform complex account reconciliations, journal entries, AP/AR oversight, and meticulous General Ledger (GL) review.
• Ensure strict adherence to U.S. GAAP principles and regulatory compliance.
• Apply specialized accounting knowledge to clients in key industries such as Hospitality, E-commerce, and Vacation Rentals/Real Estate.
• Manage multiple clients simultaneously, demonstrating exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Serve as the primary user of QuickBooks Online/Desktop, ensuring data integrity and system configuration.

Accountant, Senior Accountant

Ecommerce

• Own the month-end and year-end close processes for e-commerce client entities, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting compliant with U.S. GAAP.
• Manage and reconcile complex e-commerce revenue streams and payment processor settlements (e.g., Shopify Payments, PayPal, Stripe) to the General Ledger.
• Oversee inventory accounting and cost of goods sold (COGS) analysis, ensuring accurate valuation and tracking within the accounting system.
• Conduct detailed variance analysis on P&L accounts, focusing on sales performance, returns, and fulfillment costs.
• Ensure accurate recording and compliance for sales tax obligations across multiple jurisdictions.
• Serve as the technical lead for QuickBooks Online/Desktop, managing integrations and data syncs, particularly with Shopify and other relevant e-commerce tools.
• Perform all core accounting functions: journal entries, intercompany reconciliations, AP/AR oversight, and bank/credit card reconciliation.
• Prepare comprehensive financial statements (Balance Sheet, P&L, Cash Flow) and reporting packages for client review.
• Partner with client operations teams and marketing departments to provide actionable financial insights.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior bookkeepers and accounting staff.

Senior Accountant, E-commerce Experience

Accounting Manager

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations for multiple hospitality and vacation rental clients.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, month-end closings, and reconciliations.
• Lead and mentor a team of accountants and controllers, fostering quality, accountability, and professional growth.
• Develop, document, and optimize accounting processes to support efficiency and scalability.
• Manage client relationships, providing strategic financial insights and recommendations.
• Review and ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable tax and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with FP&A and client leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Oversee system integrations, chart of accounts setup, and automation improvements across accounting tools (QuickBooks, NetSuite, etc.).

Accounting Director

Payroll

• Administer end-to-end payroll processing for U.S. employees, including multi-state payrolls and multiple client accounts.
• Manage high-volume payroll cycles accurately and on time.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws and labor regulations.
• Reconcile payroll data and resolve discrepancies related to wages, deductions, and benefits.
• Collaborate with HR and accounting teams to ensure data accuracy and seamless payroll-to-ledger integration.
• Prepare payroll reports for management and audits as needed.
• Stay current with payroll best practices, technology updates, and regulatory changes.
• Support onboarding/offboarding processes from a payroll perspective.

Accountant, Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant, E-commerce Experience

Accounting Director

Payroll Administrator