Semi-Senior Accountant, Tax & Accounting

Reid Accountants + Advisors; West Columbia (SC); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A full-service accounting firm located in South Carolina is seeking a Semi-Senior Accountant. This hybrid role offers flexible hours and involves reconciling general ledger accounts, preparing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with audit requirements. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in accounting, a CPA (preferred), and 3–5 years of experience in a CPA firm. Competitive salary range of $55K – $85K annually based on qualifications.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with employer contributions

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in accounting is required.
• CPA license preferred or in progress.
• 3-5 years experience at a CPA firm is needed.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile and analyze general ledger accounts for accuracy.
• Prepare financial statements and manage entries.
• Communicate effectively with supervisory staff.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CPA preferred or CPA candidate

3–5 years of experience in a CPA firm

Experience with General Ledger write-ups

Detail oriented and capable of multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

UltraTax CS

Microsoft Office Suite

Intuit products

Job description

Overview

Semi-Senior Accountant, Tax & Accounting role at Reid Accountants + Advisors. Reid Accountants + Advisors is an independent, full-service accounting and advisory firm specializing in accounting and consulting services for businesses and individuals. Offices in Long Island, NYC and White Plains. This is a hybrid position with flexible hours during busy seasons.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile, analyze and review general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy
• Communicate with the accounting team and work closely with Supervisors and Managers to ensure timely and thorough engagements
• Prepare reports that address internal and external audit requirements
• Maintain general ledger accounts by reconciling and preparing financial statements and adjusting entries
• Recommend improvements to the efficiency of processes and timeliness of deliverables
• Assist team with ad-hoc assignments and special projects
• Able to work independently and within a team environment
• Detail oriented and capable of multi-tasking, prioritizing and managing time effectively

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting (required)
• CPA preferred or CPA candidate
• 3–5 years of experience in a CPA firm
• Experience using UltraTax CS, Checkpoint, Microsoft Office Suite and Intuit products (preferred)
• Experience with General Ledger write-ups
• Experience in small business, tax preparation of individual and various entity tax returns, including partnerships, corporations, trusts, multi-state returns, and extensions

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-time
• Schedule: 9:00am – 5:30pm; Hybrid with increased hours for busy seasons
• Ability to commute/relocate: Columbia or Lexington, South Carolina; initially remote and will transition to hybrid
• Hours align with EST; flexibility to manage your schedule to meet business needs
• Salary: $55K – $85K annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (options for fully paid employee-only coverage for health and dental)
• Company-Paid Life and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Ancillary benefits such as supplemental life insurance and short-term disability options
• Classic Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan with employer contributions
• Professional growth opportunities, including Becker and LinkedIn Learning

About the employer and equal opportunity

Reid Accountants + Advisors is an independent member of the Crete Professionals Alliance. Crete Professionals Alliance is an equal opportunity employer, considering all applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.