Accounting Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Staff Accountant – Enrolled Agent (EA)

Location: Raleigh, NC – North Hills Area

Pay: $27-$31/hour, based on experience

Schedule: 25–35 hours per week | Flexible Schedule
Work Arrangement: Hybrid after successful completion of onsite training

We are seeking an experienced Staff Accountant who is a licensed Enrolled Agent (EA) or is actively pursuing EA licensure with expected completion within the next six months. CPA-licensed candidates will also be considered.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys working directly with small business clients and wants the flexibility and personal environment of a smaller accounting practice.

Responsibilities
Manage accounting and financial reporting for a portfolio of small business clients
Prepare and review monthly financial statements
Perform bookkeeping, reconciliations and journal entries
Work extensively in QuickBooks Online and/or QuickBooks Desktop
Consult with clients regarding financial performance and tax planning
Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual compliance filings
Assist with payroll, sales/use tax, W-2s, 1099s and property tax filings
Assist with tax preparation and tax notice resolution
Support preparation of corporate tax returns
Review bookkeeping/accounting work and assist other team members as needed
Maintain fixed assets and accurate client records
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiency

Qualifications
Enrolled Agent (EA) license strongly preferred
Candidates actively pursuing their EA with expected completion within six months will be considered
3+ years of accounting, bookkeeping and compliance reporting experience
3+ years of QuickBooks Online and/or QuickBooks Desktop
3+ years of tax accounting experience
Strong understanding of financial statements, reconciliations and general accounting
Experience working directly with small business clients strongly preferred
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; accounting concentration preferred but not required
Strong communication, organization and problem-solving skills
Comfortable learning and utilizing accounting technology

This is a long-term opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who wants to build strong relationships with small business clients while continuing to grow professionally.

If you are an Enrolled Agent—or are close to completing your EA designation—we'd especially like to hear from you. Apply today!