Certified Public Accountant

About the Company:VAAS Professionals, LLC is a forward-thinking CPA and Management Consulting Firm dedicated to excellence in financial reporting, compliance, and advisory services. We support a diverse portfolio of commercial, government, and nonprofit clients. Our culture is rooted in integrity, collaboration, continuous learning, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results.About the Role:We are seeking an experienced Certified Public Accountant to provide part-time audit support for engagements related to State, Local, and Education (SLED) work. This role will support financial audits, compliance reviews, and internal control assessments in accordance with applicable governmental accounting standards and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate brings hands-on government audit experience, strong documentation skills, and the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with audit teams and government stakeholders. The Certified Public Accountant (CPA) will play a critical role in managing and overseeing the tax-related functions of our organization, ensuring full compliance with federal and state tax laws. This position requires the preparation, review, and filing of accurate tax returns for individuals, businesses, and partnerships, while also developing strategic tax plans to optimize financial outcomes.Minimum Qualifications:Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license in good standing.Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.Proven experience in tax preparation, tax planning, and tax compliance within the United States.Strong knowledge of United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).Demonstrated expertise in corporate tax, partnership taxation, and individual tax returns.Preferred Qualifications:Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA)license (required) Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field3+ years of audit experience, preferably including:Government auditsState or local government entitiesAbility to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Strong understanding of:GAAP and GAASGovernment Auditing Standards (Yellow Book)Internal control frameworksStrong analytical, organizational, and documentation skillsAbility to work independently with minimal supervisionProficiency in Microsoft Excel and WordResponsibilitiesinclude but are not limited to:Support financial and compliance audits for SLED and related government programsReview and analyze financial statements, general ledger activity, and supporting documentationEvaluate internal controls andidentifyrisks, deficiencies, and compliance issuesPrepare audit workpapers, schedules, and draft audit findingsSupport responses to audit inquiries and requests for informationDocument audit results clearly andin accordance withprofessional standardsCoordinate with internal staff, external auditors, and government representativesMaintain confidentiality and adhere to data security and government information requirementsPerform audit procedures in accordance with:Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS)Government Auditing Standards (Yellow Book)Applicable state and federal regulationsJob Details:Location: Atlanta, GA (Hybrid)Schedule: Full time positionSalary: Competitive salary commensurate with experience.Compensation details: 77293-120000 Yearly SalaryPI50ae20f4941f-31181-40952086