Accounting & Auditing Manager

JB Consulting Systems•Kirkland, WA

19h•Hybrid

About The Position

Our client, a locally owned and well-established CPA firm, has an exciting opening for an Accounting & Auditing Manager. The ideal candidate will be highly detail-oriented, technically proficient in both A&A and Tax, responsive to client needs, and able to adapt quickly to changing priorities while maintaining the highest standards of quality and accuracy. This role offers a hybrid work schedule (2 days in-office) after an introductory/training period is completed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent experience.
Minimum of five (5) years experience in public accounting.
Active CPA license.
Technically skilled and able to plan, manage, and review complex tax engagements.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (e.g. Excel, Word) and able to quickly learn and effectively use tax, accounting, document management, and research software (e.g., Lacerte, Thomson Reuters Suite, SurePrep, QuickBooks).
Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to supervise, train, develop, and review the work of staff.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively while maintaining a high level of professionalism, confidentiality, and client service.
Successful completion of a background check (including criminal and credit) as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience and expertise with real estate related clients a plus.

Responsibilities

Possess and maintain advanced technical knowledge of accounting and auditing standards (GAAP/SSARS/GAAS) and apply that knowledge in the planning, execution, review, and completion of assurance engagements.
Possess and maintain advanced technical knowledge of federal and state tax laws (individual, partnership, corporate and fiduciary) sufficient to effectively review tax engagements, identify planning opportunities, and advise clients on tax-related matters.
Plan, manage, and review engagements, ensuring technical accuracy, compliance, and timely completion.
Manage and oversee multiple client engagements simultaneously.
Develop and maintain trusted client relationships by providing responsive, proactive, and high-quality service.
Mentor, supervise, train, and review the work of staff while fostering their professional development.
Effectively communicate with and on behalf of clients.
Possess an understanding and appreciation for the profession of public accounting, including all the career benefits and nuances associated with it, and a strong desire and commitment to pursue a career in this profession.

Benefits

Professional Team & Mentoring!
Medical
Dental
Vision
Disability insurance coverage
4+ weeks of personal leave time per year
Ten paid holidays per year
Firm paid/sponsored professional development including continuing professional education
WSCPA and AICPA memberships
401(k) plan after one year of employment