Accounting Associate

Overview Kearney & Company is seeking an Accounting Associate to join our team. The Accounting Associate will perform procedures such as document gathering, data analysis, and assist with the preparation of deliverables under the supervision of the Manager. Additional skills and responsibilities are defined below. Responsibilities Demonstrate professionalism and competence in the client’s environment Foster an efficient, innovative, and team-oriented work environment Execute the day-to-day accounting and audit activities of the engagement and conduct fieldwork daily Gather audit related data Demonstrate awareness and knowledge of Federal Government’s financial and management responsibilities Assist in drafting and preparing project deliverables Utilize technology to share knowledge with team members, develop skills, and continually learn Must be a self-starter, self-motivated, and results-oriented Ability to demonstrate an understanding of accounting and auditing concepts and apply them to client situations Excellent verbal and written communication skills Qualifications BA/BS degree from an accredited college/university in Accounting or Business Administration with a major in Accounting Minimum of 1 year of Accounting and Auditing Experience Willing to travel up to 50% Must have an active Interim Secret Clearance (or higher, such as Secret, Top Secret or TS/SCI) to be considered for this role (requires U.S. citizenship) Preferred Qualifications CPA highly desirable or 150 credit hours to qualify for CPA Awareness and knowledge of Federal Government’s financial and management responsibilities Overview Exclusively focused on the Government, Kearney & Company provides financial services, including auditing, consulting, and technology services. Our commitment to our employees and clients as well as to dedication and trust, critical values to our Firm, have led to Kearney’s recognition as one of the leading accounting firms in the country. Based on our employees’ feedback, we are also consistently rated a Best Place to Work. Employment at Kearney means a flexible, collaborative, and open-minded work environment. We hope it is your “first easy decision.” Learn more at The expected salary range for this position is between $60,000 and $78,000. This range is representative of base pay only and does not include straight time pay for hours worked over 40 per week, company contributions towards paid benefits, and/or bonuses. Actual compensation (meeting or exceeding the range) will be determined based on specific experience, education, work location, clearance level, and other factors permitted by law. This position is eligible for bonuses (when applicable). We also offer a competitive benefits package that includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan and 529 Education Savings Plan Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity Insurances Legal Insurance and Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Program, fitness and wellness benefits, and other firm benefits Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time EEO Notice Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. EEO Notice Work location is subject to change based on client requirements. Kearney & Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, genetic information, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, any medical condition related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association to a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulation. This organization does not use or support links in job postings. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the accommodations team. Please be advised that this contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of an application. FMLA FMLA is designed to help employees balance their work and family responsibilities by allowing them to take reasonable unpaid leave for certain family and medical reasons. Kearney & Company provides eligible employees with up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per year. Military family leave is available for up to 26 weeks under FMLA. EPPA The EPPA prohibits most private employers from using lie detector tests either for pre-employment screening or during the course of employment. Kearney & Company adheres to all provisions of the EPPA. #J-18808-Ljbffr