Senior Accountant

CONWAY, DEUTH & SCHMIESING, PLLP

$68K — $100K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Accounting degree or educational requirements to sit for the CPA exam required, CPA preferred
  • Well-rounded knowledge of accounting principles and income tax
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office products, especially Outlook, Excel, and Word
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
  • Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail
  • Effective communication skills, both professional and timely
  • Flexible team player with self-motivation and the ability to work independently
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality

Responsibilities

  • Record transactions and prepare financial statements using software
  • Reconcile accounts and perform computations of accruals and depreciation
  • Prepare payroll tax and business tax returns, as well as personal income tax returns
  • Assist in reviewing financial statements and tax documents for accuracy
  • Develop and maintain relationships with clients and assist in meetings
  • Mentor junior staff and coordinate project assignments
  • Implement systems for accounting and ensure compliance with control procedures

Benefits

  • Personal Days Off
  • Holidays
  • Flexible schedule including reduced summer hours
  • Flexible dress code
  • Group health insurance
  • HSA match program
  • Life, Disability, and AD & D insurance
  • 401(k) plan with matching program
  • Cafeteria plan
  • Continuing professional education opportunities
  • Support for CPA exam and licensing costs
  • Team member referral program
  • Longevity bonus
Full Job Description
OVERVIEW
Perform a wide variety of accounting, audit and tax assignments under the supervision of different Managers and Partners. Applies principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports. Work closely with Partner-in-Charge on engagements. Be flexible to meet the needs of clients and firm. Seasonal overtime is required.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Record transactions in ledgers, prepare trial balances and simple financial statements using computer software
  • Reconcile accounts to control accounts
  • Perform scheduled computations of accruals, property and equipment, and calculate depreciation expense Prepare payroll tax, sales or other business tax and personal income tax returns
  • Assist in proofing financial statements, tax returns and other documents
  • Preparation of compiled, reviewed and audited financial statements
  • General bookkeeping, payroll and business consultation
  • Collect appropriate data for tax preparation
  • Analyze financial information detailing assets, liabilities, capital, and other reports to summarize and interpret current and projected company financial position
  • Devise and implement systems for general accounting
  • Document, modify, and coordinate implementation of accounting systems and accounting control procedures
  • Preparation of spreadsheets as deemed necessary
  • Responsible for all aspects of client accounts including client meetings and presentations
  • Assist with staff training
  • Supervise projects and assign work as necessary
  • Develop client relationships
  • Perform other accounting, auditing and tax duties as needed in engagements and as assigned by Managers and Partners
  • Promote CDS's additional services and present at client seminars
  • Attend training and development opportunities to develop interpersonal and professional expertise
  • Encompass the CDS core values: integrity, quality, collaboration, innovation, and kindness
  • Assist with firm initiatives
  • Mentors staff
  • Perform other duties as assigned
  • Occasional out-of-town travel to client sites, meetings, office locations, and seminars may be required

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Accounting degree or educational requirements to sit for the CPA exam required, CPA preferred
  • Well-rounded knowledge of accounting principles and income tax
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office products, particularly Outlook, Excel and Word
  • Strong decision-making and problem solving skills
  • Analytical skills with particular attention to detail
  • Effective, timely, and professional communication skills
  • Flexible, team player, who is also self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality required
  • Desire to continue to develop and enhance skills
  • Exceptional time management skills with an ability to organize and prioritize projects, and meet deadlines
  • Optimistic
  • Strong computer aptitude

BENEFITS
  • Personal Days Off
  • Holidays
  • Flexible schedule (including reduced summer hours)
  • Flexible dress code
  • Group health insurance
  • HSA match program
  • Life, Disability, and AD & D insurance
  • 401(k) plan, including a matching program
  • Cafeteria plan
  • Continuing professional education
  • Dues & licensing
  • CPA Exam support
  • Team member referral program
  • Longevity bonus
  • Salary Range: $68,000-$100,000 annually, which includes compensation for required overtime

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