A&A Associate II
About The Position
The Audit and Accounting Associate II assists with performing various functions of the engagement process for Gross Mendelsohn clients, including nonprofits, manufacturers, long-term care providers, construction contractors, government contractors, and professional service firms. The role applies basic accounting knowledge to audit, review, compilation, and tax work while working under supervision and as part of an engagement team. It includes preparing workpapers and financial statements, supporting tax compliance, communicating issues to senior staff, and organizing client data. The position is based at the Baltimore Office in Baltimore, Maryland.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Two to four years of experience.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
- Ability to analyze and organize client data into a basic accounting format.
- Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, and accounting software such as QuickBooks or similar.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to interact with clients and team members.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends, particularly during tax season.
- Ability to travel primarily in the DMV, including some overnight stays.
Nice To Haves
- Interest in pursuing a CPA license.
Responsibilities
- Apply basic knowledge of accounting principles and tax laws to complete assignments on time with supervision.
- Become familiar with audit, review, and compilation techniques and analytical procedures.
- Work as part of a team handling engagements from inception to completion in accordance with audit and accounting standards and regulations.
- Develop and apply an understanding of basic and routine accounting and auditing concepts to client situations.
- Work within assigned budgetary parameters.
- Communicate matters and problems to Seniors, Supervisors, Managers, and Partners.
- Assist in preparing workpapers and financial statements, including basic footnote disclosures.
- Assist with tax preparation and compliance, including gathering supporting documents and preparing basic corporate, partnership, and individual tax returns.
- Use in-house accounting software, programs, and forms, including Excel, Word, CCH ProSystems Engagement, FAS asset accounting, and Axcess.
- Collaborate with team members and clients to address accounting inquiries and resolve discrepancies.
- Stay current with accounting principles, regulations, and industry trends to support compliance and best practices.
- Organize client data clearly and concisely, including maintaining open requests.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
