Accounting Associate

Prosperity Partners; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity participation

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Prosperity Partners is seeking an energetic accountant to support our fast-growing business. You will work with diverse clients, prepare financial statements, analyze KPIs, and communicate results to leadership.

Ideal candidates hold an accounting degree, are pursuing CPA credentials, and have strong client service skills. The role requires in-office presence at least two days per week, with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Accounting degree required and CPA track or designation in progress.
• Experience with GAAP financial reporting and corporate tax projects.
• Strong communication and client service skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze financial statements and KPIs for clients.
• Participate in accounting and tax projects and client interfacing.
• Communicate financial results clearly and meet deadlines.
• Support staff and contribute to growth in a deadline-driven environment.

Skills

CPA designation

GAAP reporting

Financial analysis

Client service

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

CPA designation in progress

Tools

QuickBooks

Intacct

Prosystem FX

CCH Axcess

Job description

Prosperity Partners ("Prosperity") is a Chicago-headquartered professional services firm offering best-in-class tax, accounting, transaction advisory and personal finance services to dynamic businesses, high net-worth individuals, and family offices. With offices throughout the United States and private equity backing, Prosperity is seeking an energetic accountant to support our fast-growing business. The candidate must have a strong work ethic, superb accounting skills, budding leadership qualities and excellent communication and client service skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with a wide variety of company clients, from early-stage, fast-growth companies to high net worth families;
• Participate in accounting and tax projects;
• Prepare and understand financial statements, analyze key performance metrics and effectively communicate financial results;
• Multi-task, respond to demanding client needs and thrive in a deadline-driven industry.

Candidates that demonstrate hard work, enthusiasm and ethical behavior will have excellent opportunities for annual advancement. The position offers a unique opportunity to work with a high-level professional services firm with significant growth potential. Due to the collaborative nature of our work, employees are expected to be in the office two days per week.

Qualifications

• Accounting Degree from an accredited four-year university;
• CPA designation or working to obtain CPA qualification;
• Prior accounting experience via full-time employment;
• A strong interest in accounting and taxation is important;
• Proven understanding of transactional accounting and entries and the ability to draft GAAP-based financial reports;
• Proficient in accounting/tax software programs such as Quickbooks, Intacct, Prosystem FX, and/or CCH Axcess is strongly preferred;
• Success in prior work experience with the ability to self-manage & prioritize assignments and client interface;
• A strong work ethic combined with a positive, collaborative attitude;
• Self-motivated and comfortable excelling in both solo and team driven environments;
• Effective verbal and written communication skills;
• Availability to work in the office at least 2 days per week.

Prosperity Partners is a people-focused professional services business with a strong culture, talented professionals, and exceptional clients. We offer a dynamic environment, significant growth opportunities, equity participation, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits.

Annual Salary Range: $80,000 USD - $90,000 USD