Staff Accountant

Rust & Company CPAs • Swanzey, NH

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Work for a Next Generation Accounting Firm!
Make a difference and have an impact on the lives of our clients
Rust & Company CPAs is seeking an energetic, ambitious, smart, driven, and experienced accountant to join our team of professionals. We are a well-established (est.1993) and successful CPA firm located in Swanzey, NH.
STAFF ACCOUNTANT POSITION
Are you looking for a growing firm with a great team? We are a firm of 12 team members in a public accounting firm that allows hands on exposure to all aspects of the accounting process. Our firm is growing so opportunities are available for those looking to grow personally and professionally. We have a proactive approach with our personal and business clients providing guidance throughout the year. We are truly our clients most trusted advisor. We take pride in our thorough knowledge and connection with our clients. We offer a great work environment and challenging professional environment!
PRIMARY FUNCTION
Accounting
An outsourced cloud based accounting solution for small business clients.
Will work with many of the firm’s clients in an outsourced accountant running A/P, payroll and reporting for clients
Will assist clients and prospects with QuickBooks Online as primary business reporting technology
Develop a strong, productive, professional, trusted advisor relationship with assigned clients
Partner with clients by understanding their business and industry and providing ongoing advice, insights and support
SECONDARY FUNCTION
Tax Preparation
Potential to prepare federal and state income tax returns for individuals
INTERPERSONAL/CLIENT DEVELOPMENT SKILLS
Exhibits time management and organization skills
Develops entrepreneurial approach to client service and good working relationships with client personnel
Builds new and existing client relationships and demonstrates basic knowledge of client’s businesses
Maintains contacts with peers, develops network of business contacts
Develops means of communication to clients and persons responsible for maintaining relationship with clients
Understands firm ethics and demonstrates them consistently

Requirements

• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Two years of experience in accounting work or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position
• Strong technology skills using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook at a minimum, more applications preferred)
• Ability to multi-task and to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Team player with a positive – ‘can do’ approach

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with QuickBooks a PLUS but NOT required
• Experience working in a paperless environment strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Accounting
• An outsourced cloud based accounting solution for small business clients.
• Will work with many of the firm’s clients in an outsourced accountant running A/P, payroll and reporting for clients
• Will assist clients and prospects with QuickBooks Online as primary business reporting technology
• Develop a strong, productive, professional, trusted advisor relationship with assigned clients
• Partner with clients by understanding their business and industry and providing ongoing advice, insights and support
• Tax Preparation
• Potential to prepare federal and state income tax returns for individuals
• Exhibits time management and organization skills
• Develops entrepreneurial approach to client service and good working relationships with client personnel
• Builds new and existing client relationships and demonstrates basic knowledge of client’s businesses
• Maintains contacts with peers, develops network of business contacts
• Develops means of communication to clients and persons responsible for maintaining relationship with clients
• Understands firm ethics and demonstrates them consistently

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid time off (after 90 days)
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Health, dental, and supplemental insurance
• Four-day work week (Fridays off)
• Rust & Company CPAs provides team members the ability to be challenged professionally while having time year-round to be personally involved with family and friends.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED