Accounting Associate

Kearney & Company; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Kearney & Company is seeking an Accounting Associate to join our team in San Antonio, TX. You will support document gathering, data analysis, and assist in preparing deliverables under supervision.

Responsibilities include performing day-to-day accounting and audit activities, gathering data, and applying Federal Government finance concepts, with a focus on professional conduct and teamwork. Travel up to 50% and clearance are required. CPA desirable.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Accounting or Business Administration with a major in Accounting.
• Minimum of 1 year of Accounting and Auditing Experience.
• 150 credit hours that are required to be CPA eligible preferred.
• Awareness and knowledge of Federal Government's financial and management responsibilities preferred.
• Willing to travel up to 50%.
• Active Interim Secret Clearance (or higher) to be considered; U.S. citizenship required.
• CPA highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate professionalism and competence in the client’s environment.
• Foster an efficient, innovative, and team-oriented work environment.
• Execute day-to-day accounting and audit activities of the engagement and conduct fieldwork daily.
• Gather audit-related data.
• Demonstrate awareness and knowledge of Federal Government's financial and management responsibilities.
• Assist in drafting and preparing project deliverables.
• Utilize technology to share knowledge with team members, develop skills, and continually learn.
• Be a self-starter, self-motivated, and results-oriented.
• Demonstrate understanding of accounting and auditing concepts and apply them to client situations.
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Skills

Accounting

Auditing

Communication

Travel

Education

BA/BS in Accounting or Business Administration with accounting major

Job description

Overview

Accounting Associate to join our team. Responsible for document gathering, data analysis, and assistance in preparing deliverables under managerial supervision.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate professionalism and competence in the client’s environment
• Foster an efficient, innovative, and team-oriented work environment
• Execute day-to-day accounting and audit activities of the engagement and conduct fieldwork daily
• Gather audit-related data
• Demonstrate awareness and knowledge of Federal Government's financial and management responsibilities
• Assist in drafting and preparing project deliverables
• Utilize technology to share knowledge with team members, develop skills, and continually learn
• Be a self-starter, self-motivated, and results-oriented
• Demonstrate understanding of accounting and auditing concepts and apply them to client situations
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS degree from an accredited college/university in Accounting or Business Administration with a major in Accounting
• Minimum of 1 year of Accounting and Auditing Experience
• 150 credit hours that are required to be CPA eligible preferred
• Awareness and knowledge of Federal Government's financial and management responsibilities preferred
• Willing to travel up to 50%
• Must have an active Interim Secret Clearance (or higher, such as Secret, Top Secret or TS/SCI) to be considered for this role (requires U.S. citizenship)

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA highly desirable

Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is between $60,000 and $78,000. This range represents base pay only and does not include overtime, company contributions to benefits, or bonuses. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, education, location, clearance level, and other factors. This position is eligible for bonuses (when applicable).

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and 529 Education Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account
• Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity Insurances
• Legal Insurance and Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program, fitness and wellness benefits, and other firm benefits
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time

EEO Notice

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Work location is subject to change based on client requirements. Kearney & Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, genetic information, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, any medical condition related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association to a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulation.

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Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

FMLA is designed to help employees balance their work and family responsibilities by allowing up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job‑protected leave per year. Military family leave is available for up to 26 weeks under FMLA.

Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)

The EPPA prohibits most private employers from using lie detector tests either for pre‑employment screening or during the course of employment. Kearney & Company adheres to all provisions of the EPPA.