Senior Accountant

Wertz & Associates; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Job summary

Wertz & Associates in St. Louis, MO seeking a Senior Accountant to lead audit, review, and compilation engagements and to supervise staff on a growth‑oriented team. The role offers exposure to attest engagements, client relationship management, and leadership opportunities.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in public accounting, a CPA-eligible status, and a strong grasp of GAAP/GAAS with solid communication and organizational skills. Competitive compensation available with career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Accounting.
• 2+ years of public accounting experience.
• CPA or CPA-eligible preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, GAAS, and financial reporting.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Leading and completing compilation, review, and audit engagements
• Assisting with planning and execution of attest engagements
• Evaluating internal controls and performing audit testing
• Communicating directly with clients to gather and clarify information
• Supervising and mentoring staff accountants on engagements
• Preparing various tax returns (corporate, partnership, individual, fiduciary) as needed
• Supporting special projects and firm initiatives

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Accounting degree (Bachelors or Masters)

CPA-eligible

Job description

Senior Accountant | St. Louis, MO

We're currently partnered with a top public accounting firm in the St. Louis area that is looking to add a Senior Accountant to their growing team.

This is a strong opportunity for someone who wants to take on more responsibility within engagements, work closely with clients, and continue building both technical and leadership skills in a collaborative, growth-focused environment.

What you\'ll be doing:

• Leading and completing compilation, review, and audit engagements
• Assisting with planning and execution of attest engagements
• Evaluating internal controls and performing audit testing
• Communicating directly with clients to gather and clarify information
• Supervising and mentoring staff accountants on engagements
• Preparing various tax returns (corporate, partnership, individual, fiduciary) as needed
• Supporting special projects and firm initiatives

What they\'re looking for:

• Bachelor\'s or Master\'s degree in Accounting
• 2+ years of public accounting experience
• CPA or CPA-eligible preferred
• Strong understanding of GAAP, GAAS, and financial reporting
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Why this opportunity stands out:

• Exposure to a variety of audit, accounting, and tax engagements
• Hands-on experience with client relationships and engagement ownership
• Family-oriented, team-driven culture
• Clear path for career growth and advancement
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Strong focus on professional development and mentorship
• Established firm with a strong reputation and long-term stability

Compensation:

$75,000 – $100,000 base + bonus potential

This is an ideal opportunity for a Senior-level professional who wants to continue developing technically while stepping into more leadership and client-facing responsibilities.