Staff Accountant

Hands-on accounting work for small business clients. No accounting experience required. We train for the technical work.

About TMA

TMA Small Business Accounting, P.C. is an Indianapolis firm that has served small business owners across Indiana for more than 25 years. TMA brings accounting, payroll, and taxes together for 300+ small businesses: one team, one connected system, year-round support. Learn more at https://www.tmasmallbusinessaccounting.com/tma-careers.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Director of Accounting Services, the Staff Accountant performs ongoing, monthly bookkeeping and accounting work for an assigned group of small business clients. This is production work with real client contact and a clear view of how small businesses actually run. If you are organized, careful with details, and want to build a professional skill set, we will teach you the rest.

What You'll Do

Client Accounting Services

Perform monthly bookkeeping and financial statement preparation
Reconcile accounts, prepare journal entries, and maintain organized file documentation
Communicate proactively with clients to keep monthly information flowing on schedule
Assist with backwork projects for newly onboarded clients

Compliance Filings

Prepare, file, and remit sales, use, and food and beverage tax returns
Prepare 1099s and personal property tax returns

Qualifications

Comfort working with numbers and a strong eye for detail
One or more years of experience working in a professional setting
Clear, professional communicator with a client-focused attitude
Organized and reliable, able to manage many clients and deadlines at once
Tech-savvy, able to learn new tools quickly
Team-oriented with a genuine interest in helping small businesses be successful

Compensation and Benefits

$25 to $30 per hour, depending on experience and other qualifications
Production-based incentives available
Medical, dental, and vision plans
401(k) with matching
PTO - 80 hours per year, with additional PTO after 5 and 10 years of service
15+ employee events per year, including Family Day at Victory Field

Culture and Growth

Stable, established firm with 95%+ client retention and consistent growth
Named one of the Best Places to Work in Indiana, 2025 and 2026
Work closely with our Accounting & Tax Managers (CPAs and EAs) to gain competence in small business bookkeeping and accounting
Room to grow as your skills and abilities develop
Work that matters - we help small business owners build stronger businesses

Location and Schedule

In-office at our Indianapolis location: 9595 Whitley Drive, Suite 102
Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Up to 20% work-from-home flexibility, earned after six months

How to Apply

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Additional Information

Candidate testing and background check required
Thorough interview process - expect to meet multiple team members
Electronic applications only
No phone calls please

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