Senior Accountant - Audit

JCCS, P.C.

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Why work for JCCS?

Do you want to experience work life balance, have a 10-15 minute commute AND live in the most beautiful region? Then JCCS is for you. We offer a comprehensive benefit package that includes half-day Fridays from May to December. You can start your weekends early and enjoy all Montana has to offer, with abundance of hunting and fishing; hiking and boating, camping and skiing.

Ideal candidate

We look for people who want to grow; who always ask, “What’s next?” Our values and business are rooted in always seeking ways to have greater impact – staying ahead of industry and regulatory trends; seeking new skills, credentials and certifications; and constantly improving how we collaborate, communicate and work together to achieve client, business, personal and professional goals.

What working at JCCS offers

When you grow our clients grow, and we grow. So we offer a competitive compensation package in which you’re rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to the firm. Our total rewards package includes medical, dental, vision and other offerings; profit-sharing 401(k) plan with safe harbor contributions; a minimum of 10 vacation days, nine company-observed holidays, 12 sick days and half-day Fridays starting in May. Plus, we offer:

• Support, coaching and feedback from co-workers and managers.


• Opportunities to develop new skills and advance your career.


• The freedom to work in a way that lets you balance life outside of work.

About JCCS

JCCS has more than 100 professionals working in seven locations. Yet we all share one goal: to guide our clients in making smart decisions today so you can have a better tomorrow.

For more than 75 years we’ve helped clients, both big and small, in virtually every sector. We’ve collaborated with them on everything from managing payroll to paying the right amount of tax, from expansion plans like mergers and acquisitions to succession planning, and valuation. Throughout it all we’ve held one firm belief.  

When it comes to reaching your personal, business and professional goals, knowledge is power.

Attest Services

From financial statements to analysis, risk assessment to strategic planning consulting – the experienced team of JCCS auditors build long-term relationships with clients based on trust, confidence and timely service. JCCS team members have significant experience in industry-specific areas to help clients plan for strategic growth while minimizing costs and increasing profits. Your local JCCS team is fully prepared to offer a range of audit-related services with confidentiality, integrity, honesty and independence.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for assisting professional staff in the completion of tax returns, year-end compilations, audits, and other accounting projects. JCCS team members pride themselves with providing exceptional customer service, maintaining a positive work atmosphere and behaving in a manner that is courteous and respectful of clients, customers and other team members.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Maintain strict confidentiality of information related to client, staff, and Firm’s internal operations during and after employment with JCCS.


• Prepares compilation reports for year-end, ready for tax preparation, prior to review.


• Completes complex audit engagements under the review of a Manager or Shareholder.


• Assists other professional staff in various accounting projects.


• Complies with IRS, state and federal tax requirements, wage and hour, and researches clients’ questions for accuracy and compliance.


• Builds relationships with clients and interacts with integrity and honesty.


• May help provide transactional support for CAS team as well as coordinate delivery of services.


• Begins to develop marketing contacts for new clients and providing additional services for existing clients through community involvement and direct contact on a weekly basis.


• Performs other duties, responsibilities and activities as assigned.

To Qualify:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited university.


• Licensed CPA by the Montana State Board of Public Accountants


• 3+ years' experience in public or private accounting.

Skills for Success:

• Technically competent in commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the accounting field. 


• Excellent computer skills, including spreadsheets


• The ability to problem-solve and think independently


• Attention to detail, and good organizational skills.


• Good written and oral communication skills.


• The ability to work as a team member and provide supervision of other accounting staff. 


• Must provide excellent and timely client/customer service at all times.

This job posting is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel as classified.

Candidate must successfully pass background check.

JCCS is firmly committed to affording equal opportunity to all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.