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Staff Associates

General 

Honest and professional individual seeking the opportunity to participate in the growth of a well-established, highly regarded, multi-service public accounting firm. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and highly ethical and will have a positive team spirit and a desire for a healthy work/life balance. Professional Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
  • CPA certification in progress or eligibility to sit for CPA exam preferred

Required Skills and Abilities

  • Ability to apply analytical, critical thinking, and problem solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills
  • Team oriented and strong interpersonal skills
  • Capable of thinking independently
  • Focused on developing technical skills and committed to continuous performance improvement

Duties/Areas of KnowledgeTechnology:

  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe
  • Ability to perform accounting and tax research tasks using common accounting research tools
  • Ability to learn and utilize Trial balance and tax preparation software packages
  • QuickBooks experience a plus

Tax:

  • Prepare basic individual and business tax returns
  • Appropriately research tax issues and questions
  • Assist senior and supervisor staff members with preparation of returns

Audit:

  • Understand audit procedures necessary to meet engagement objectives
  • Conduct assigned fieldwork tasks effectively and efficiently
  • Assist with preparation of financial statements and required reports
  • Complete administrative requirements
  • Communicate professionally with client and staff

Accounting Solutions:

  • Prepare and submit payroll and related tax deposits and payroll deductions accurately and timely Prepare and submit quarterly and annual payroll tax reports to all federal and state agencies such as W2’s.
  • Prepare accounts payable and process yearend reporting required by state and federal agencies, such as 1099 returns
  • Reconcile balance sheet accounts
  • Review general ledger and income statement for variances and correct expense postings
  • Assist senior and supervisor staff members
  • Communicate professionally with clients and staff