TLS - Client Accounting Specialist

PurposeThe Client Accounting Specialist serves as the primary financial liaison for TLS prospective clients. The Client Accounting Specialist is responsible for reviewing and preparing client-facing financial reports and performing end-to-end procurement accounting services for assigned U.S.-based clients. In this client-facing role, you will directly advise clients on their engagement budgets and manage financial health to maximize mutual value while ensuring the accuracy and integrity of all accounting operations while using TLS services. This position oversees the full procurement cycle, including the three-way match, processing vendors' payments, and maintaining continuous communication with the client’s designated point of contact to obtain all required documentation in a timely manner. The Client Accounting Specialist maintains complete and organized financial records for each client, supports month-end closing activities, and assists in the preparation and distribution of financial reporting packages to be discussed with our TLS clients. This role contributes to the general operations of the finance department through reconciliations, the full accounting cycle, and ongoing monitoring of each client’s division financial performance.
Role DescriptionAs a Client Accounting Specialist, your general duties may include, but are not limited to:Serves as the principal financial liaison for clients, addressing inquiries related to billing and financial documentation with clarity and professionalism.Responsible for understanding the assigned client’s business in the U.S. and P.R. and maintaining direct contact with them on a regular basis to be informed of changes occurring in clients’ operations and needs.Deliver clear, easy-to-understand explanations of project spend, burn rates, and budget forecasts for diverse client audiences.Lead quarterly financial review meetings with clients and procurement teams.Onboard and train new clients in accordance with TLS Accounting timelines, processes, and procedures.Properly and professionally manage the business relationship with assigned clients, specifically from a financial perspective.Alert supervisor and management in a timely manner of any non-compliance or potential non-compliance issues and of changes in the client’s operations and needs, using sole discretion based on the impacts on the client’s revenue.Overseeing and reporting clients’ accounts payable transactions by processing information updated on a regular basis, prioritizing invoices according to payment terms.Billing and collecting professional fees, including Design Phase Fees.Develops financial reports based on database structures and financial statements, as needed by management.Maintains the integrity of accounting and budgeting software systems by analyzing information, checking for errors, and inconsistencies.Manages bookkeeping and financial activity for the assigned divisions.Prepares monthly financial statements and reconciles monthly subsidiary ledgers (with the General Ledger).Responsible for preparing Management Discussion Analysis reports for active clients.Completes Monthly Scorecard and Three-Way Match Analysis Report, and any other analysis and client statistics to be presented in the PRS Client Meetings.Responsible for performing work consistently, accurately, and in a timely manner, while complying with due dates.Supports annual financial and tax audits by preparing required documentation.Ensures compliance with the regulatory guidance and internal accounting policies.Complies with all applicable regulatory guidance and internal accounting policies and procedures.Protect the Organization’s value by keeping information confidential.Other projects as assigned by Management.
RequirementsBachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration, or related field, with 2-3 years of experience in a client -facing finance, Accounting, and Account Management, or Consulting Operations role.Strong knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS) and financial reporting.Strong understanding of financial statements, reconciliations, AP/AR process, and procurement accounting.Extensive knowledge of computer software, including Microsoft Office, Outlook, and QuickBooks, with advanced Excel skills.Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish.Strong communication and presentation skills.Strong analytical, problem-solving, impeccable attention to detail, organizational skills with strategic thinking and planning, and customer service-oriented.Ability to work on multiple, complex projects simultaneously and see them to completion with limited supervision.
Annual compensation: $45,000 - $46,000The posted salary range applies to candidates who hold a Bachelor’s Degree and have between 2 and 3 years of experience.
Benefits packageHybrid-remote scheduleDental insuranceEmployee assistance programHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offSick leavePersonal DayParental leaveVision insurance
Work ScheduleMonday to Friday