Accounting & Advisory Associate

KMA Human Resources Consulting; Yarmouth (ME); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible schedule

SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with company match

Paid time off including 9 holidays

Job summary

Smith & Associates, CPAs in Yarmouth, Maine, is seeking an Accounting & Advisory Associate to join their team. The ideal candidate is a CPA candidate or preferred CPA with strong customer service and communication skills.

This full-time role offers hands-on experience in tax, audit, and client accounting work, with the opportunity for a flexible schedule and hybrid work environment. The position includes competitive benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, alongside retirement plan options.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of experience in public accounting, ideally with audit and financial statement work.
• Experience with audit or attest is a plus.
• Comfortable using technology and adapting to change.

Responsibilities

• Prepare individual, business, and nonprofit tax returns.
• Participate in audit, review, and compilation engagements.
• Communicate directly with clients throughout engagements.

Skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Organization

Time management

Team player

Education

CPA or active CPA candidate

Job description

Smith & Associates, CPAs / Accounting & Advisory Associate – Yarmouth, Maine

Smith & Associates, CPAs is seeking an Accounting & Advisory Associate (CPA Candidate or CPA Preferred) to join our collaborative team in Yarmouth. This role offers hands‑on experience across tax, audit, and client accounting work, with direct client interaction. We’re looking for someone who enjoys problem solving, values relationships, and wants to be part of a supportive, team‑oriented firm.

Requirements

• 3–7 years of experience in public accounting, ideally with audit and financial statement work.
• CPA or active CPA candidate is preferred.
• Excellent customer service skills with a client‑focused approach.
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Comfortable using technology and adapting to change.
• Positive team player who is willing to jump in and help where needed.
• Audit or attest experience is a plus.
• Salary range: $75,000 – $90,000.
• Full‑time schedule, Monday–Thursday 8–5 and Friday 8–12.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• PTO and sick time.
• 9 paid holidays.
• SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with company match.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Flexible schedule and hybrid work opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare individual, business, and nonprofit tax returns.
• Participate in audit, review, and compilation engagements.
• Prepare financial statements and supporting workpapers.
• Communicate directly with clients throughout engagements.
• Assist with accounting and business client projects.
• Support improvements to internal processes and workflows.
• Collaborate with firm leadership and staff across service areas.
• Contribute to a positive, team‑oriented work environment.

At Smith & Associates, CPAs, we are committed to delivering exceptional service with a focus on quality, integrity, and strong client relationships. Our team values collaboration, professionalism, and doing the right thing—for our clients, our community, and each other. We take pride in our work, support one another, and are always looking for ways to improve how we serve those who trust us.

Smith & Associates, CPAs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, familial status, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.