ACCOUNTANT

Nathan Wechsler & Company; August (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

85% of healthcare premiums paid

3 weeks of PTO

CPA exam support

Comp time program

Fridays off in summer

Job summary

A leading accounting firm is seeking an Accountant in Concord, California. This role involves audit procedures, tax preparation, and financial statement analysis. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in accounting and strong customer service skills. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and potential flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Proven customer service skills and excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong time management and organizational skills to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of Firm and client information.

Responsibilities

• Performing audit and accounting procedures, including compliance testing.
• Preparing tax returns and conducting basic tax research using relevant software applications.
• Assisting in the preparation of financial statements.

Skills

Customer service skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Tax software

Job description

Nathan Wechsler is hiring an Accountant to join our team in our Concord office. This role will report to senior accounting staff and will support a variety of assurance and tax engagements, contributing to client deliverables and firm objectives. The position involves fieldwork, tax preparation, and financial statement analysis, providing opportunities to apply accounting knowledge and develop professional skills.

Responsibilities

• Performing audit and accounting procedures, including compliance testing, cash, accounts receivable, inventories, fixed assets, accounts payable, and accruals, with appropriate workpapers
• Preparing tax returns and conducting basic tax research using relevant software applications
• Assisting in the preparation of financial statements, applying basic GAAP principles
• Maintaining accurate records of time and expenses for proper client billing
• Establishing and maintaining positive client relationships
• Complying with Continuing Professional Education (CPE) requirements of the AICPA, State Board of Accountancy, Governmental Accounting Standards, and the Firm
• Attending seminars or trade group events as requested
• Performing special projects or other duties as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field, or comparable work experience
• Proven customer service skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat products
• Aptitude to learn and effectively use multiple software applications
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of Firm and client information

Differentiators

• Basic knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, and tax compliance principles, with an ability to apply these to client situations
• Familiarity with tax software and research methods, including understanding how numbers flow in and between tax forms
• Awareness of audit processes and a developing sense of audit skepticism
• Experience making constructive suggestions to improve client internal controls and accounting procedures
• General understanding of transactional flow and key transition cycles in accounting

Work Location

• Primarily onsite in our Concord, NH office, with travel to client sites as needed.

Compensation

• Full-time position, with expectation of 55 hours per week during peak seasons (January 15 to April 15) and 45 hours through the rest of the year
• Starting salary of $70,000 annually
• Firm pays 85% of healthcare premiums
• Comp time program: additional compensation or PTO for hours worked above 55 during peak seasons and 45 outside of peak seasons
• 3 weeks of PTO, 7-10 paid holidays, and the week of July 4th off
• Fridays off in June and July; office closes at noon on Fridays in May and August-December
• CPA exam support
• Optional flexible work arrangements

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.