Staff Accountant

Position Summary
Senior professional position in a public accounting firm under the supervision of a partner and senior manager. The Senior Consultant is expected to have experience with governmental entities and is responsible for accounting, audit, attestation work, including but not limited to, agreed-upon-procedures and assurance engagements. Candidate must demonstrate the ability to capably perform the functions of a senior staff and take on certain more complex tasks. Performance is judged based on the quality of work, application of knowledge and ability to meet time and budget constraints and interaction with client. Must possess excellent organizational skills and the ability to work independently with little supervision and under pressure.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Understand the rules, requirements, code of conduct and standards of the AICPA, and the authoritative literature established by the FASB, GASB, and the PCAOB
• Prior experience in CPA firm is preferred.
• Obtain a working knowledge of accounting and tax research techniques and various research sources.
• Proficient in the use of QuickBooks (QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop) and able to develop and train.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products
• Perform accounting and related services or support based on client needs
• Some proficiency in the preparation of financial statementsin of corporate, individual, partnership, fiduciary and other tax returns prepared by the firm
• Analysis of data collected from research and provided by clients
• Assist firm staff with engagement assignments when requested
• Assist with the preparation of financial and consulting reports
• Work will be performed at the firm's office or on the client's premises
• Other tasks as required

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Accounting (Finance majors may be considered)
• Minimum 3+ years' experience in accounting experience
• Above average proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good research and analytical skills
• Reliable transportation