Accountant

Express Employment - Confidential Client; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals in Morgantown, WV is seeking an Accountant with public accounting experience to handle a range of accounting tasks, financial records, and number analysis. Ideal candidates have a well-rounded background and are comfortable with statements, reconciliations, and supporting audits.

In this role you will prepare and review financial statements, perform general ledger entries and month-end close, assist with tax filings, and provide bookkeeping support in a smaller,

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a public accounting firm is required.
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in accounting, bookkeeping, tax preparation, or a combination of these areas.
• Familiarity with financial statements, account reconciliations, and general accounting principles.
• Experience with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements, reports, and accounting records
• Perform general ledger entries, bank reconciliations, and account reconciliations
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes
• Review financial data, identify discrepancies, and help resolve accounting issues
• Assist with tax preparation, tax filings, and audit support as needed
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation
• Provide bookkeeping and general accounting support
• Assist with additional accounting duties as needed

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Public accounting experience

Education

Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Accountant – Public Accounting Experience

Express Employment Professionals is seeking an Accountant with public accounting experience for an exciting opportunity with a local employer. This role is ideal for someone with a well-rounded accounting background who enjoys working with financial records, analyzing numbers, and handling a variety of accounting tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements, reports, and accounting records


• Perform general ledger entries, bank reconciliations, and account reconciliations


• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes


• Review financial data, identify discrepancies, and help resolve accounting issues


• Assist with tax preparation, tax filings, and audit support as needed


• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation


• Provide bookkeeping and general accounting support


• Assist with additional accounting duties as needed

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a public accounting firm required


• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred


• Experience in accounting, bookkeeping, tax preparation, or a combination of these areas


• Familiarity with financial statements, account reconciliations, and general accounting principles


• Experience with accounting software and Microsoft Excel


• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills


• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Why Apply?

Enjoy the variety of a hands-on accounting role in a smaller work environment, where you can build relationships, take on different responsibilities, and have more flexibility in your day-to-day work. This is a great opportunity to use your accounting or bookkeeping experience in a more personal, less corporate setting while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

• Previous experience working in a public accounting firm required


• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred


• Experience in accounting, bookkeeping, tax preparation, or a combination of these areas


• Familiarity with financial statements, account reconciliations, and general accounting principles


• Experience with accounting software and Microsoft Excel