Implementation Specialist jobs in Albany, NY

Description

About the Virtual Accounting Solutions Team

Virtual Accounting Solutions offers outsourced accounting and provides best-in-class technology solutions that are customized, scalable, and offer real-time data & information that deliver actionable insights. Our team consists of experienced professionals that understand advanced operational accounting, business processes, and workflows to make managing the financial process most efficient.
 

About the Accounting Implementation Specialist Role

The Implementation Specialist role is responsible for managing the onboarding and early- stage support for new clients and for facilitating a smooth transition to the long-term Outsourcing Advisory and Accounting Team.

The Implementation Specialist has a strong knowledge of the general ledger systems that the firm has identified as the top accounting systems (i.e., Sage Intacct, QBO, etc.). 

Essential Responsibilities:

· Orchestrates and implements the new client process

· Serves as implementation lead and contact for the client and outsourcing team within the first 90 days of onboarding a client or existing client

· Initial setup of 3rd party applications that the firm and the client will use to collaborate for ongoing financial reporting, document processing, etc.

· Provides training for new clients and client staff in the use of shared software applications

· Responsible for remaining current and fully developed in the use of Outsourced Advisory and Accounting and integrated applications and for providing supportive ongoing training and development to the Outsourcing team

· Telephone, video conference and live consultations with clients to review Internal Management Reports and other information during the implementation period

· Develops and strengthens long-term relationships with senior client management and peer client levels

· Plans, organizes and controls multiple responsibilities and resources to achieve assignment objectives

· Manages the assignment budget and profitability in their area of responsibility

· Identifies client needs/opportunities to sell additional value-added services

· Leverages commercial and market knowledge to anticipate client needs for new/additional services

· Development of functional specialization and/or industry expertise

· Actively pursues self-development opportunities in line with the competency model

To be successful in this role, you will bring with you:

· Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

· Experience with QuickBooks Online required 

· Experience with Sage Intacct and Bill.com preferred

· Strong innovative and streamlined approach to systems and processes/procedures

· Prior bookkeeping experience required that involved processing of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Payroll. 

· Strong technology skills using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook at a minimum, more applications preferred)

· Experience working in a paperless environment strongly preferred

· Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills

· Team player with a positive can-do approach

· A general and growing knowledge of firm products and services in the practice area, and a general knowledge of products and services in other practice areas

About BST

BST & Co. CPAs, LLP is a multi-disciplinary accounting and business advisory firm headquartered in Latham, serving the needs of closely held companies, family-owned businesses, not-for-profit and governmental entities, and high-net worth individuals. BST offers a broad portfolio of accounting and auditing, tax, consulting, outsourced accounting, talent strategy and marketing services, as well as valuations, forensic accounting, and litigation support. The firm is recognized as one of the Top 300 Accounting Firms in the U.S.

Why choose BST:

· Diversity of our Expertise

· Communication is Open and Objective

· Professional Environment and Attitude is Fostered

· Advancement is Encouraged

· Ideas are Welcome

· Community Impact and Employee Engagement

· Named one of Albany’s Best Places to Work 2018-2023

· Hybrid and Flexible Work Model

Please visit our website to learn more about BST’s Talent Experience.

BST offers a competitive benefits package, base compensation, and an employee bonus program for eligible roles based on individual and firm performance per program guidelines. The salary range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience; prior relevant experience, skill sets, training; licensure and certifications; market data and other business and organizational needs. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range for this role can be found in the posting, and an actual offer can vary based upon the role, hiring location, and qualifications. At BST, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each individual case. BST offers a robust benefits package, including not but limited to medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, life and disability insurance, flexible work, development and tuition reimbursement.

For additional information on BST’s total rewards, visit our website at: www.bstco.com