Staff Accountant

Ryan & Wetmore, PC

Frederick (MD)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Prescription Drug Plan

401(k) Plan and employer match

Dependent Care Plan

Parking Reimbursement

10 Paid Holidays Annually

PTO (0-5 years)

PTO (over 5 years)

Training In-House

AICPA/MACPA/VSCPA/GWSCPA training

Job summary

Ryan & Wetmore, PC seeks Full-Time Staff Accountants for our Bethesda MD, Vienna VA, and Frederick MD offices. You will work across tax, attest, and accounting engagements for clients from start-ups to growing businesses, gaining hands-on experience and direct client interaction.

You will develop expertise in tax strategy, audit & assurance, and client accounting services while collaborating with partners and staff in a dynamic, professional environment.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required.
0-3 years of experience in tax and accounting preferred.
CPA eligibility or commitment to CPA licensure is required.
Proficiency with Excel and MS Office.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for liaising with clients and leadership.
Excellent organizational and time management abilities for multiple projects.

Responsibilities

Perform audit procedures across cash, A/R, inventories, and other accounts in client statements and propose adjusting entries.
Review transactions for GAAP compliance.
Prepare financial statement footnotes and internal control observations.
Research accounting issues using online tools.
Advise clients on corporate and federal tax issues including planning and compliance.
Communicate with client personnel to discuss tax accounting matters and processes.
Meet client service expectations by adhering to budgets and deadlines.
Learn firm policies and standards through observation and inquiry.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Audit procedures

Tax planning basics

Excel proficiency

Client communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field

CPA candidate or eligibility for CPA

Tools

MS Office

Accounting software (QuickBooks, etc.)

Job description

Ryan & Wetmore, PC is seeking Full-Time Staff Accountants for our offices in Bethesda MD, Vienna VA, and Frederick MD. In this role, you will work across multiple industries on engagements in tax, attest, and accounting, with clients from entrepreneurs to growing businesses. This position offers hands-on experience, direct client interaction, and the opportunity to develop expertise in areas such as tax strategy, audit & assurance, and client accounting services.

WHO YOU ARE

Are you ready to jumpstart your career in the world of accounting, tax law, and economics? Ryan & Wetmore, PC, a leading accounting firm in the greater Washington DC region that specializes in tax planning and business growth strategies, is seeking enthusiastic and driven individuals to join our team. If you're a motivated self-starter with a passion for accounting, a thirst for knowledge in tax regulations, and an interest in the intersection of politics and economics, this opportunity is for you.

WHO WE ARE

For over 30 years, Ryan & Wetmore has provided accounting, tax, and consulting services through our team of innovative thought leaders who are committed to our approach, providing excellent services to clients of a diverse range of industries all over the US. We are a member of the BDO Alliance, which allows us to combine the expertise of a large, industry-leading organization with the personalized touch of a small, client-centric environment.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform audit procedures, over cash, A/R, inventories property and equipment, prepaid, A/P, accrued expenses, debt and general income statement accounts in client financial statements and propose adjusting journal entries when needed
Review accounting transactions and consider appropriate application of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Prepare financial statement footnotes (on areas audited) and internal control observations and recommendations
Research fundamental issues using online tools
Advise clients on a wide range of corporate and federal tax issues, various duties to include tax research and planning, compliance, consulting, and business transaction structuring services
Communicate with client personnel to discuss tax accounting matters, including identifying and assessing existing client accounting processes, internal controls, and compliance with regulatory requirements
Meet client service expectations by adhering to time budgets, maintaining positive communications, and delivering highest level of customer service to clients, including those at the executive level
Perform other duties as needed on engagements and as assigned by supervisory personnel
Gain an understanding of firm policies, procedures, and professional standards through observation and inquiry, and adhere to them
Demonstrate a positive attitude towards the firm and profession, and represent the firm in a favorable and professional manner

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or related field
0-3 years of experience related to tax & accounting
CPA certified or the eligibility to work toward obtaining a CPA license
Meet the minimum requirements for the CPA exam (e.g., 150 credit hours) before start date of employment
Proficiency with personal computers and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise internally with firm leadership, and externally with clients
Excellent organizational, time management, and adaptability skills to manage multiple projects at a time, producing deliverables to meet internal and external deadlines
Integrity, dependability, and trustworthiness
Sharp analytical skills and a commitment to professional development
Desire to work closely with Partners and clients to provide exceptional service
Ability to maintain confidentiality of firm and client information
Experience working with a team to meet deliverables and ability to thrive and adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Preferred: Experience and understanding of government contracting and DCAA requirements
Preferred: Experience in our other niches (construction, entrepreneurial growth, Healthcare, organizations, manufacturing, non-profit organizations, professional services, real estate, and IT)

BENEFITS