Accounting and Auditing Associate - Entry Level (Starts in November 2027)

Accounting and Auditing Associate - Entry Level (Starts in November 2027) New York, New York, United States; Parsippany, New Jersey, United States At Sax Advisory Group, LLC we are driven by our ability to turn every client’s dream into a reality. We are a forward-thinking multi-disciplinary accounting, tax, and advisory firm serving the needs of closely held companies, family-owned businesses, not-for-profit entities, government, and high-net-worth individuals. We are dedicated to providing an environment that offers growth, stability and advancement opportunities, in a team member driven culture where contributions are recognized and rewarded. We have everything you need for a dynamic career! We are currently hiring several full-time Entry-Level Accounting and Auditing Associates to start in November2026 at one of our office locations: Parsippany, NJ; New York City, NY; or Ewing, NJ. This position follows a hybrid schedule, with three days in the office and two days working remotely each week. Summary The A&AAssociate will use basic knowledge of accounting and tax to assist in audits, compilations, reviews, and tax return preparation. Understand and support the Firm's core business services and client service capabilities. Contribute technical and interpersonal skills to meeting and exceeding client service expectations. Core Competencies: Read prior year financial statements and client's website and actively seek out information from team members to gain an understanding of the client's business and industry to better service them Focus on developing a good rapport with client personnel and clearly communicate requests and questions through appropriate lines of communication Communicate client concerns or issues to appropriate team member and provide input for suitable response Expertise and Technical Skills Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite products, Firm programs and tools such as CaseWare, CCH Practice time entry, GoFileRoom, ProSystems and other accounting resource tools Understand the risk-based audit approach and the assertions applicable to assigned areas Understand the basic attest services (i.e. compilation, review, audit) Begin to use problem solving and analytical skills to interpret and evaluate information Apply an appropriate level of professional skepticism in performing audit procedures, and take proper approach when interacting with clients Possess a general knowledge of tax law in order to prepare basic individual, partnership, and corporate tax returns Learn to apply accounting, auditing, or tax knowledge from one client to the next; seek and identify opportunities for developing efficiencies in work performed Firm Economics and Business Growth Understand the importance of the overall budget and communicate any overages to the in-charge Demonstrate awareness of the Firm’s business services and client service capabilities Be aware of charge hour expectations and make efficient use of non-chargeable time (i.e. studying for the CPA exam, reading industry specific material, ARM updates, etc.) Professional and Personal Growth Demonstrate self-awareness of personal strengths and development areas Hold oneself accountable for assigned work; seek continuous feedback from team members and in-charges Begin to take ownership of personal career goals and seek out assistance from team members to help achieve aspirations (i.e. actively work towards CPA certification, join associations and professional networks) Qualifications: Must be motivated, have the ability to multi-task and be organized. Maintain a positive attitude; be cooperative and flexible about the type of work assigned and in assisting other team members on assignments. Have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Job Requirements: Less than 1 year of accounting experience Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Accounting Completion of 150 credit hours by November 2026 is required Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and have a basic knowledge of accounting, auditing and tax software. Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) Medical and Dependent Care Life and Voluntary Life Insurance Short and Long -Term Disability Insurance 401k plan with matching contribution Defined Contribution Plan (profit sharing) Customized Work Arrangements Floating Holidays and Volunteer PTO Unlimited PTO for Managers and Above Referral Bonus Program Tuition Reimbursement for Advanced Degree Healthy Living Reimbursement Program Health & Wellness App Subscription CPA & EA reimbursement for study materials and exam AICPA and CPA State Society membership reimbursement for Managers and above OnDemand access to industry leading CPE courses Summer Fridays at 1pm Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. SAX does not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this position or for any future positions. Sax Advisory Group, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. New Jersey Pay Range

$72,000 - $72,000 USD

New York Pay Range

$72,000 - $72,000 USD

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