CPA-Track Entry-Level Staff Accountant: Tax & Audit

Accounting & CPA Firm; Minnesota; On-site; USD 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flex Spending Account (FSA)

Dependent Care Flex Spending Account (

Profit Sharing with 401k Plan

Group Term Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Earned Safe & Sick Time

Job summary

Accounting & CPA Firm in Minnesota seeks a Staff Accountant to perform a broad range of accounting and tax assignments under supervision. You will gain experience in attest and tax projects and work with a variety of professionals.

The role offers two office locations (Falcon Heights and Rogers) and requires strong MS Excel skills, a CPA path or license, and a proactive, client-focused mindset.

Qualifications

• : Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field.
• : Either hold a current and valid CPA license or be working toward obtaining the license by taking and passing the Minnesota CPA exam.
• : Advanced MS Excel skills
• : Positive, enthusiastic energy
• : The people skills to work with individuals in and out of the organization
• : A forward-thinking and hands-on approach
• : Strong written and verbal communication skills
• : A desire to learn

Responsibilities

• Record transactions in ledgers, prepares trial balances and financial statements using computer software programs.
• Reconcile accounts to control accounts.
• Performs schedule computations of accruals, property & equipment, and calculates depreciation expense.
• Perform audit or review procedures, as assigned by supervisors, in allotted time.
• Complete all phases of small compilations or reviews with minimal assistance.
• Prepare corporate and/or personal income tax returns.
• Assist in proofing financial statements.
• Perform other accounting, auditing, and tax duties as needed in engagements and as assigned by supervisory personnel.
• Can adequately use computer software used for preparing tax returns, equipment schedules, and other functions.
• Begin to develop client communication skills.
• Show ability to manage workload, prioritize tasks, and ask questions when needed.
• Start to develop the ability to research for answers to questions.
• Represent the firm in a positive and professional manner at all business related functions.

Skills

Communication skills

People skills

Forward-thinking

Hands-on

Desire to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Accounting & CPA Firm in Minnesota seeks a Staff Accountant to perform a broad range of accounting and tax assignments under supervision. You will gain experience in attest and tax projects and work with a variety of professionals.

The role offers two office locations (Falcon Heights and Rogers) and requires strong MS Excel skills, a CPA path or license, and a proactive, client-focused mindset.