Staff CPA

The Forum Group PNW • Salem, OR

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Jennie Joiner with Forum Group PNW is partnering with an established CPA firm in Salem, Oregon to add a Staff CPA / CPA Candidate to their team. This is a newly created position due to growth and an excellent opportunity for someone earlier in their CPA career who is looking for a firm where they can develop strong client relationships, take on increasing responsibility, and build a long-term career. This firm works closely with individuals, small to mid-sized businesses, trusts, estates, and nonprofit organizations, providing tax preparation, accounting, review, and compilation services. They do not perform audit work.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA license or actively working toward CPA eligibility/licensure
• Prior public accounting and tax experience strongly preferred
• Solid understanding of general accounting principles and journal entries
• Experience preparing individual and/or business tax returns
• QuickBooks experience
• Strong Excel skills
• Experience with professional tax and accounting software preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate work
• Comfortable communicating directly with clients
• Professional, dependable, and able to work independently without significant oversight

Nice To Haves

• Capable, easygoing, collaborative, and low drama personality
• Interest in learning from experienced team members rather than immediately changing firm operations
• Desire for stability and long-term growth

Responsibilities

• Prepare individual, business, trust, estate, and nonprofit tax returns
• Assist with financial statement reviews and compilations
• Work directly with small business clients on accounting and tax matters
• Prepare and review journal entries and financial information
• Research and resolve accounting and tax-related questions
• Develop relationships with clients and become a trusted resource for their accounting needs
• Work closely with experienced CPAs and accounting staff
• Gradually take greater ownership of client relationships and engagements
• Assist with additional accounting and tax projects as needed

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee
• 401(k) with 6% employer contribution
• Vacation and sick time
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Flexible scheduling

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level