Accountant | Bookkeeper

About the RoleThe Accountant | Bookkeeper plays a critical hands-on role in supporting the financial operations of the organization while partnering closely with the Controller on cash management, banking reconciliations, and month-end close. This role blends controller-level responsibilities with core accounting execution and team oversight. As Clever Bee continues to grow through expansion and acquisition, this position is expected to evolve into a key leadership role supporting broader financial strategy and integration efforts. Core ResponsibilitiesAccounting FunctionsPerform accountanting duties, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end and year-end close activitiesSupport and work alongside the Controller in reconciling and monitoring seven (7) bank accounts, ensuring accuracy and timelinessAssist with cash flow management, including monitoring and coordinating accounts payable and accounts receivable activitySupport financial reporting, variance analysis, and internal controlsEnsure accuracy and compliance across general ledger activity Cash Management & OperationsAssist with daily and weekly cash movements, including payables, receivables, and funding transfersSupport cash forecasting and liquidity monitoringPartner with leadership to ensure disciplined cash practices across entities Projects & Process ImprovementSupport the transition of Accounts Payable from an external New York-based provider to an in-house functionDocument and standardize AP processes during and after transitionIdentify opportunities to improve efficiency, controls, and scalability across accounting operations QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field3-5 years of progressive accounting experienceStrong understanding of GAAP and financial controlsExperience overseeing transactional teams (A/R, billing, data entry)High attention to detail with strong organizational and follow-through skills Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, growing organization