Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

General

Performs routine, detailed accounting and tax services, requiring proficiency with Quickbooks, and knowledge of journal entry preparation and general ledger maintenance. Is usually performed under the direction of a senior or manager and occasionally a partner for smaller engagements. Staff accountants range from new college graduates to those with 1-3 years of experience.

Duties

1. Develops basic technical knowledge. Heavy emphasis on learning on the job as the person works on one job after another.
2. Constantly asks questions and avoids spinning their wheels; consults with senior engagement personnel when problems or confusion arise.
3. Consistently works outside of “comfort zone”, asks for stretch assignments to develop and applies knowledge learned.
4. Takes ownership of personal career goals and seeks out mentors, advisors and coaches within the firm to help achieve aspirations.
5. Learns how to interact with clients properly. Treats colleagues and clients with respect and interact positively and professionally when representing the Firm.
6. Begins to participate in the firm’s marketing efforts by taking part in networking activities.
7. Typical engagement responsibilities: Perform basic audit steps from a program, routine work in areas such as cash, receivables, payables, confirmations, testing of controls, simple 1040 returns, payroll tax returns. As staff gain experience, they will get into more complex areas such as corporate returns, inventories, consolidations and planning the engagement.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field preferred
• Strong organization, oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Strong computer aptitude, which includes expertise with Microsoft Excel and Word as well as experience with accounting software and ABC general ledgers
• Analytical skills with particular attention to detail Promotion Criteria to Senior
• Satisfactory performance for 2-3 years as a staff assistant.
• Applies GAAP and other technical standards in routine situations.
• Clearly and logically documents workpapers.
• Work effectively within budgets.
• Establishes credibility with clients and all firm personnel.
• Has organization and communication skills necessary to function as a senior.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

NOTE

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.