Associate Accountant - Tax and or Audit

Brady Martz; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Profit sharing 401(k)

Group term life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible time off

Job summary

Brady Martz in Fargo, ND is seeking an Associate Accountant specializing in Tax and Audit to work with clients across industries and gain experience in the firm's lines of business. You will complete assignments timely while maintaining high-quality work.

You will assist with audits, prepare tax returns for various entities, produce financial statements and reports, and contribute to engagement deliverables. Strong communication and teamwork are essential; CPA pathway encouraged.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business/Accounting or related field.
• CPA license or active pursuit (preferred).
• Understanding of GAAP and GAAS.
• Strong technology skills and software proficiency.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication; team player.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with audits, reviews, compilations, and other assurance services for clients.
• Preparing individual, corporate, partnership, and other tax returns.
• Preparing financial statements, disclosures, and other reports.
• Reviewing workpapers and documentation to professional standards.
• Drafting and reviewing engagement deliverables.
• Exercising discretion on client matters and performing research.
• Participating in business development activities.
• Using cloud-based technology and firm audit software.

Skills

Team player

Clear written and verbal communication

Innovative thinking

Technology skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Accounting

Tools

Audit software

Cloud-based tools

Job description

As an Associate Accountant specializing in Tax/Audit at Brady Martz, you will have the opportunity to work with clients from various industries and gain experience in the firm's multiple lines of business. In this role, you will be responsible for completing work assignments in a timely manner, ensuring the quality of work performed.

Key responsibilities

• Assisting with audits, reviews, compilations, and other assurance services for clients
• Preparing individual, corporate, partnership, and other types of tax returns
• Preparing financial statements, related disclosures, and other required reports
• Using excellent judgment and analysis to prepare and review workpapers and supporting documentation in conformity with applicable professional standards
• Drafting and reviewing reports, financial statements, and other engagement deliverables
• Exercising discretion and judgment when working with client matters
• Performing research utilizing various resources
• Participating in business development activities
• Utilizing cloud-based technology and firm audit software

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting, or a related field; Required
• Licensed CPA or working towards obtaining CPA or CMA license; Preferred
• Understanding of GAAP and GAAS
• Strong technology skills
• Ability to work on multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally
• Team player
• Ability to think innovatively

Benefits

• Health insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• an employer funded profit-sharing plan with a 401(k) option (upon meeting eligibility requirements)
• group term life insurance
• disability insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• a flexible time off and paid leave program