Staff Accountant

Ascend Talent Partners LLC; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPA exam support

Professional development

Flexible work environment

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Exposure to diverse clients

Job summary

Ascend Talent Partners is seeking a Staff Accountant to join a nationally recognized CPA firm with a people-first culture. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional to build a strong foundation in public accounting while gaining exposure to diverse clients and engagements.

You will work on monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting for multiple clients, with CPA exam support and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• 1–3 years of accounting experience preferred.
• Public accounting experience is a plus.
• Experience with QuickBooks, Excel, and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting services for multiple clients.
• Prepare general ledger accounts, schedules, and financial statements.
• Reconcile bank, credit card, loan, and balance sheet accounts.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Assist clients with QuickBooks Online and Desktop.
• Prepare sales tax filings and other compliance reports.
• Process payroll and payroll tax filings, including Forms 941, W-2, and 1099.
• Work directly with clients to provide responsive, accurate accounting support.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Organization

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ascend Talent Partners is conducting a search for a Staff Accountant to join a nationally recognized CPA firm with a strong reputation for technical excellence, professional development, and a people-first culture.

This is a great opportunity for an early-career accounting professional who wants to build a strong foundation in public accounting while gaining exposure to a variety of clients, industries, and engagements.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting services for multiple clients
• Prepare general ledger accounts, supporting schedules, financial statements, and management reports
• Reconcile bank, credit card, loan, and balance sheet accounts
• Support month-end and year-end close processes
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
• Assist clients with QuickBooks Online and Desktop
• Prepare sales tax filings and other compliance reports
• Process payroll and payroll tax filings, including Forms 941, W-2, and 1099
• Work directly with clients to provide responsive, accurate accounting support

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
• 1-3 years of accounting experience preferred
• Public accounting experience is a plus
• Experience with QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Office
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple client deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

WHY CONSIDER IT?

• CPA exam support and professional development
• Flexible work environment
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Exposure to diverse clients and industries
• Opportunities for advancement within the firm

If you're ready to grow your accounting career with a firm where you can learn, contribute, and build toward your next level, I'd love to hear from you.