Staff Accountant - Essentials

Cain Watters & Associates, LLC

13d•$65,000 - $78,000

About The Position

Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Staff Accountant is responsible for monthly accounting including bank reconciliation, general ledger and preparation of a balance sheet and income statement for a growing CPA firm specializing in financial planning to national clientele. Essential Functions Exercise discretion and authority in the preparation of accounting records, including financial statements and other financial reports, to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to standards defined within the department Establish records of accounts and input entries into proper accounts Document and ensure proper keeping of financial records, making use of current technologies Prepare month-end journal entries and assist in compilation of financial statements, reconcile bank statements and general ledgers. Work independently on the completion of account reconciliations monthly for balance sheet accounts including the capital projects in progress accounts and miscellaneous revenue accounts Perform a crucial, first-line role in the monthly accounting services Responsibilities and Duties Work independently on monthly and quarterly financial statements including reconciliations of bank and credit card accounts; assess general ledger for accuracy Exercise discretion and authority in the preparation of after the fact payroll summaries and record journal entries Record journal entries to reconcile balance sheet accounts to supporting documents Ensure compliance with all laws, regulations in the preparation of year end Forms 1096 & 1099 Work independently with clients as needed to facilitate completion of financial statements Responsible for multiple clients; organization of supporting documents; ensure timely financial reports for clients and planning teams while meeting all department production goals This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Essential functions and responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

2-5 years of experience in accounting field required
Proficient in both Microsoft Word and Excel
Act as a team player and demonstrate a positive attitude

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution preferred
Multi-client CPA firm experience preferred
QuickBooks software experience preferred

Responsibilities

preparation of accounting records, including financial statements and other financial reports
Establish records of accounts and input entries into proper accounts
Document and ensure proper keeping of financial records, making use of current technologies
Prepare month-end journal entries and assist in compilation of financial statements, reconcile bank statements and general ledgers.
completion of account reconciliations monthly for balance sheet accounts including the capital projects in progress accounts and miscellaneous revenue accounts
monthly and quarterly financial statements including reconciliations of bank and credit card accounts; assess general ledger for accuracy
preparation of after the fact payroll summaries and record journal entries
Record journal entries to reconcile balance sheet accounts to supporting documents
Ensure compliance with all laws, regulations in the preparation of year end Forms 1096 & 1099
Work independently with clients as needed to facilitate completion of financial statements
Responsible for multiple clients; organization of supporting documents; ensure timely financial reports for clients and planning teams while meeting all department production goals

Benefits

Heavily subsidized medical insurance options
Generous employer HSA contributions
100% employer-paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accident, Basic Life Insurance, and Telehealth/Virtual Urgent Care/Whole Mental Health
Dental and Vision plans
Unlimited PTO
Organization-paid holidays, including an extended Winter Break
Safe Harbor 401k Plan
Employer-paid professional dues, licenses, and renewals
Continuing Education resources
Family Planning Assistance Program and Paid Parental Leave
Subsidized fitness programs