Client Accountant

Of course, we need for a Client Accountant to love numbers – but they also need to love helping clients! If you are passionate about client service, we have an opportunity for you to join JT's Client Accounting & Advisory Services (CAAS) team.

Jackson Thornton (JT) is one of Alabama’s oldest and largest accounting firms with six offices throughout Alabama. Our CAAS team combines expertise with a personal touch to make accounting approachable for our clients. We’re more than just numbers people – we’re people-people!

We are seeking a full-time Client Accountant with excellent accounting and computer skills to provide accounting services to multiple small business clients, including: general ledger transaction entry and reconciliation; preparation of compiled financial statements, sales tax returns, and payroll returns; as well as 1099s and W-2s. Our Client Accountants have significant interaction with clients, dealing with day-to-day accounting matters as well as the unexpected issues and questions that arise – becoming a trusted advisor to clients. With the right skills and abilities, this position has great career growth potential.

Though we are looking to have someone based out of the River Region (Montgomery, Prattville, or Wetumpka office), this individual could be based out of our Auburn office or Birmingham office (newly available), if preferred by the selected candidate. Training will take place in the main office in Montgomery (timeframe will depend on experience/training needs). Once someone is proficient, a hybrid or remote schedule can be considered as well.

Requirements include:

• Accounting degree or equivalent experience


• Strong computer skills and ability to learn new technology


• Proficiency in at least one accounting software (QuickBooks and/or Xero experience preferred); working knowledge of multiple accounting systems preferred


• Payroll experience, including experience processing multiple companies


• Ability to identify and correct inaccuracies in provided client records as well as guide clients in improving their efficiencies and accuracy


• Excellent communication skills


• Strong client service skills


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; ability to multi-task and handle frequent interruptions


• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail