CAAS Associate/Senior Associate

Position Summary
The CAAS Accountant delivers accurate, timely outsourced accounting and financial reporting services to GBQ clients. This role performs core accounting activities while building a practical understanding of each client’s business, financial operations, and reporting needs.
The position provides a foundation for growth in accounting, client service, technology, analysis, and advisory support.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Financial Reporting
· Perform assigned general ledger activities, including reconciliations, journal entries, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
· Complete month-end and year-end close procedures accurately and on schedule.
· Prepare financial statements, management reports, supporting schedules, and workpapers.
· Research discrepancies and escalate accounting issues when appropriate.
· Support applicable accounting and financial compliance activities.
Client Service & Accountability
· Build an understanding of each client’s business, accounting processes, and reporting requirements.
· Take ownership of assigned responsibilities and deliver accurate, complete, and timely work.
· Communicate proactively about open items, deadlines, and emerging issues.
· Maintain organized documentation and follow established CAAS processes and quality standards.
· Develop professional, responsive relationships with clients and internal engagement teams.
Technology & Process Improvement
· Use QuickBooks, Excel, and other accounting and workflow technologies effectively.
· Support system conversions and process improvement initiatives as assigned.
· Identify opportunities to improve the efficiency, consistency, and scalability of recurring accounting processes.
· Adopt evolving technologies and standardized CAAS workflows.
Advisory & Professional Development
· Understand the purpose and client value of assigned financial information and deliverables.
· Develop the ability to identify unusual activity, trends, risks, and emerging client needs.
· Share observations and opportunities for additional support with engagement leadership.
· Continuously strengthen accounting, technology, communication, and client-service skills.

Work arrangement
Hybrid