Staff Accountant

Audit & Accounting Staff AccountantOur client is seeking a motivated and ambitious Audit & Accounting Staff Accountant with two to five years of public accounting experience to join our growing Assurance & Accounting Department. This position provides an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional to gain meaningful client exposure, work directly with firm leadership, and develop technical expertise through participation in audit, review, compilation, accounting, and consulting engagements.The ideal candidate will possess a strong accounting foundation, demonstrated competency in public accounting, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to pursuing CPA licensure. This individual should be interested in building a long-term career in public accounting within a collaborative, client-focused environment.Our client is a well-established public accounting firm serving privately held businesses, nonprofit organizations, employee benefit plans, and individuals. Our professionals enjoy direct client interaction, close collaboration with partners, and opportunities for advancement within the firm.Unlike many larger firms, our client offers minimal overnight travel requirements, flexible work arrangements for qualifying personnel, and a culture that emphasizes both professional development and work-life balance.Key ResponsibilitiesParticipate in audit, review, and compilation engagementsPerform audit procedures, substantive testing, and analytical reviewsPrepare audit work-papers and supporting documentationPrepare financial statements and related disclosuresAnalyze financial information and identify accounting and reporting issuesPrepare account reconciliations and adjusting journal entriesAssist clients with accounting and financial reporting mattersCommunicate effectively with clients, managers, and partnersMaintain compliance with professional standards and firm policiesManage multiple assignments and engagement deadlinesParticipate in continuing professional education and professional development activitiesQualificationsRequiredBachelor's degree in AccountingTwo to five years of public accounting experienceDemonstrated competency in audit, accounting, financial reporting, and client service responsibilitiesStrong understanding of accounting principles and financial statement preparationActive pursuit of CPA licensure with demonstrated progress toward certificationStrong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applicationsExcellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skillsStrong organizational and time-management skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamPreferredSuccessful completion of one or more sections of the CPA ExaminationExperience with audit, review, and compilation engagementsExperience serving privately held companies, nonprofit organizations, or employee benefit plansFamiliarity with accounting and audit software applications