Accounting Clerk

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant / Audit Associate to join our growing CPA firm. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse client base across multiple industries while gaining exposure to audit, review, compilation, tax, and advisory engagements. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and audit procedures, along with excellent analytical and client service skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform audit, review, and compilation engagements for privately held companies, nonprofit organizations, and other client entities.
• Conduct risk assessments and evaluate internal controls.
• Prepare and review audit workpapers and supporting documentation.
• Analyze financial statements and identify accounting or reporting issues.
• Assist in planning, fieldwork, testing, and completion of assurance engagements.
• Ensure engagements are completed in accordance with GAAP, GAAS, and firm standards.
• Prepare financial statements and related disclosures.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist clients with accounting, bookkeeping, and financial reporting needs.
• Prepare adjusting journal entries and month-end/year-end account reconciliations.
• Support implementation and maintenance of accounting processes and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience within a CPA firm performing audit and accounting services.
• CPA certification or active pursuit of CPA designation preferred.
• Strong knowledge of: Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), Financial statement preparation and analysis, internal controls and audit testing procedures
• Experience using accounting and audit software platforms.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

Compensation

About Us

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