Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant Louisville, KY | Full-Time | On-Site About the Opportunity Our client, a well-established public accounting firm in the Louisville area, is seeking a Staff Accountant to join its growing team. This position offers exposure to a broad range of accounting, tax, and advisory engagements, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in public accounting. Unlike firms with a highly specialized focus, this role provides experience across tax preparation, financial statement work, client advisory services, year-end planning, estate planning, and trust-related engagements. The firm is known for providing strong professional development opportunities and long-term career growth. Ideal Background This role is a strong fit for an accountant with 2-5 years of public accounting experience who enjoys both tax and client-facing accounting work and is looking for broader exposure across advisory, financial reporting, planning, and consulting services. Responsibilities Prepare individual, corporate, partnership, and other tax returns Assist with financial statement preparation and related accounting engagements Perform audit, review, and compilation procedures as assigned Prepare and organize workpapers in accordance with professional standards Analyze financial data and ensure accuracy of client financial records Participate in client engagements and collaborate with firm leadership and team members Assist clients with tax planning and advisory initiatives Support year-end planning, estate planning, trust services, and other consulting projects Draft reports, correspondence, and other client deliverables Manage multiple engagements while meeting established deadlines Stay current on accounting and tax regulations, including GAAP and industry best practices Qualifications Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field 2-5 years of public accounting experience Experience preparing tax returns and working with tax engagements Exposure to financial statement preparation and/or audit engagements preferred Strong understanding of accounting principles and tax regulations Proficiency with accounting and tax software Excellent organizational and time management skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Strong communication and client service skills CPA certification is not required; CPA candidates are encouraged to apply Why Consider This Opportunity? Diverse public accounting experience beyond traditional tax work Exposure to advisory and consulting engagements Strong mentorship and long-term career growth opportunities Stable and collaborative team environment Annual bonus program Competitive compensation based on experience Medical, dental, vision + Pay Details: $60,000.00 to $75,000.00 per year Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply. Massachusetts Candidates Only It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. EEO Statement The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to our website. #J-18808-Ljbffr Stryker Corporation