Accounting Associate, Turkish Speaking

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Bilingual Accounting Associate supporting U.S. bookkeeping, tax, payroll, and audit work at global accounting firm Manay CPA. Serving diverse clients, especially Turkish-speaking businesses.

Responsibilities:

  • Guide new clients through onboarding, following the established process and setting up accounting records
  • Support client acquisition and retention through responsive, high-quality service
  • Handle daily bookkeeping, including accounts payable and receivable, monthly closes, and financial reporting and analysis
  • Prepare and file U.S. corporate and individual income tax returns
  • Prepare sales tax returns, depreciation schedules, and sales journals; review and reconcile payroll records and employment tax returns
  • Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations, client inventory records, management reports, and ad hoc reporting
  • Prepare year-end audit schedules and assist throughout the audit process
  • Maintain accurate and current digital and physical financial records
  • Document, design, and test processes affecting financial statements and company performance
  • Identify opportunities to automate systems and spreadsheets
  • Partner with the manager and fellow Associates to meet client deadlines through clear, timely communication
  • Support payroll, special projects, and other related duties as assigned

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; Master's degree is a plus
  • Minimum 2 years of professional bookkeeping and accounting experience
  • Strong working knowledge of GAAP
  • Fluency in Turkish and English, written and spoken
  • CPA license or CPA track candidates will be prioritized
  • Other certifications (EA, Turkish CPA, ACCA, etc.) will also be considered
  • CPA firm/public accounting experience is a big plus
  • Hands-on individual and business tax experience is a must
  • International tax experience is a strong plus
  • Minimum 2 years of experience with accounting software
  • Experience handling accounting and reporting for for-profit and not-for-profit organizations
  • Ability to deliver accurate work on time with minimal supervision
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with colleagues, clients, and external contacts
  • Commitment to confidentiality and professional discretion
  • Collaborative, team-first approach
  • Willingness to stay current on industry developments and regulatory changes
  • Management skills, or a willingness to grow into a management role

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary based on experience plus performance-based bonus
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • 401K plus company match
  • Great international work environment
  • Excellent ongoing training
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Growth opportunities