Staff Accountant

Mazzola & Company Inc; False Pass (AK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Simple IRA with 3% company match

CPA/EA certification reimbursement

Direct client exposure and career成长

Work/life balance with Summer Fridays

Firm-sponsored events and team活动

Job summary

Mazzola & Company Inc is hiring a Staff Accountant to join our growing public accounting team. This role suits someone with 3–5 years of experience, who enjoys working directly with clients and wants a long-term career in accounting.

You will prepare tax returns, perform reconciliations, review bookkeeping, and assist with month-end close, while collaborating with clients and team members in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• 3–5 years public accounting or related experience.
• CPA or EA certification preferred or pursuing.
• Strong understanding of debits and credits.
• Experience with reconciliations and month-end close.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare individual and business tax returns.
• Perform account reconciliations and assist with month-end close.
• Review bookkeeping for accuracy and proper coding.
• Analyze financial data, including revenue recognition.
• Prepare sales tax returns.
• Support payroll processing.
• Communicate with clients to gather information and resolve issues.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Growth mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA or EA preferred

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

About the Role

We’re seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our growing public accounting team. This role is ideal for someone with 3—5 years of experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working directly with clients, and is eager to build a long-term career in accounting.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare individual and business tax returns
• Perform account reconciliations and assist with month-end close
• Review bookkeeping for accuracy and proper coding
• Analyze financial data, including revenue recognition
• Prepare sales tax returns
• Support payroll processing
• Communicate with clients to gather information and resolve issues
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 3—5 years of public accounting or related experience
• CPA or EA (or pursuing) preferred
• Strong understanding of debits and credits
• Experience with reconciliations and month-end close
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Suite
• Ability to learn new software quickly

What We’re Looking For

• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to work in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Motivated, dependable, and growth-oriented

Why Join Us

• Simple IRA with 3% company match
• Reimburses CPA/EA certification and related master’s coursework
• Direct client exposure and career growth opportunities
• Work/life balance with Summer Fridays (4 PM)
• Firm-sponsored events and team activities

Company Description

Tax and accounting practice.