Accountant

As an In-Charge Accountant, you will be involved in all areas of client service from attestation engagements to tax preparation and review. You will supervise staff accountants on engagements both in the office and on-site at client location, occasionally managing communication with client on-site and developing client relationships. You may be responsible for several engagements at any given time. This role offers opportunity for advancement and a defined path to leadership. We offer competitive compensation and a unique benefits package. Here are a few competency expectations for this position: Assurance Participate in the planning of engagements Complete compilation engagements with guidance Assume additional responsibility for preparation of work papers and financial statements Develop footnotes to financial statements Review work papers prepared by staff accountants Tax Prepare higher level individual, corporate and/or other types of tax returns Perform preliminary research on tax-related issues Respond to tax notices Participate in tax planning Deepen knowledge of federal, state and local law General Pass the CPA exam at the conclusion of this position and before being promoted to senior accountant Demonstrate knowledge of client’s accounting system and industry Detect problems and offer solutions to client issues Provide training and assistance to staff accountants Why Work Here? Careers aren’t one-size-fits-all. We’ll partner with you to shape a path that fits your strengths and interests. When you’re engaged, you do your best work—and what’s best for you is best for us. Lanigan Ryan has been growing every year since our founding, offering stability and ongoing (personalized) growth opportunities for our team members. Initiative is rewarded! If you have a new project idea that you believe would benefit the firm, we want to hear it. We take our bonding opportunities very seriously – from happy hours to firm-sponsored vacations to enviable locations, like beachfront Jamaican resorts and all-inclusive Cancun properties. It’s these deep connections among our team members that create unparalleled bonds and team spirit, both in the office, and outside of it, ensuring we can collaborate effectively to create amazing results for our clients. Our firm is team-first, which means that you can rely on your teammates (at all levels) for support in solving problems, learning new skills, and meeting deadlines. You don’t need to worry about outperforming the person across the hall. When you win, we all win. We love to learn and to share that knowledge – with each other and our clients. Asking and answering questions is encouraged. We know the importance of investing in our people – our firm supports your professional development through in‑house leadership training, professional conferences, and firm reimbursements for professional organizational dues. We want excellence – and we’ll help each other achieve it. We don’t just churn out work; we make sure the work we complete is done correctly, following a best practice approach. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or Economics or equivalent experience Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or qualified to sit for the CPA exam Job Experience 2-5 years of public accounting experience Qualifications Highly motivated with the desire to grow and develop Interest in building collaborative relationships, striving to find the best possible solutions Knowledge of accounting and tax software Ability to travel, as needed for client engagements (mostly local) Legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship Benefits 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Long-term disability insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Short-term disability insurance Vision insurance Salary Range $70,000 - $100,000 #J-18808-Ljbffr Lanigan, Ryan, Malcolm & Doyle, P.C.