Staff Accountant

KBW Financial Staffing & Recruiting; West Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

KBW Financial Staffing & Recruiting has partnered with a growing, well-established public accounting firm near Springfield, MA, to hire a Staff Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional with recent public accounting experience who is looking to join a collaborative, team-oriented environment with long-term career growth opportunities.

Responsibilities include tax returns, GAAP financial statements, audits, workpapers, client accounting services, and ensuring

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• Recent public accounting experience required, preferably within audit or client accounting services.
• Approximately 2-4+ years of relevant experience preferred; candidates with additional experience are encouraged to apply.
• CPA designation or active pursuit of CPA certification preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP.
• Experience preparing financial statements, reconciliations, and supporting workpapers.
• Exposure to individual and business tax preparation preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach with a willingness to support colleagues and clients.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a positive and supportive team environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare individual and business tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable tax regulations.
• Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP.
• Perform audit, review, and other attest engagements in accordance with applicable professional standards.
• Prepare detailed workpapers supporting tax returns, financial statements, and audit engagements.
• Review financial records, including balance sheets, income statements, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with client accounting services, including account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting.
• Review tax returns and financial documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with firm standards.
• Communicate directly with clients to gather financial information, resolve discrepancies, and address accounting questions.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA designation or CPA pursuit

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

KBW Financial Staffing & Recruiting has partnered with a growing, well-established public accounting firm near Springfield, MA, in its search for a Staff Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional with recent public accounting experience who is looking to join a collaborative, team-oriented environment with long-term career growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare individual and business tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable tax regulations.


• Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP.


• Perform audit, review, and other attest engagements in accordance with applicable professional standards.


• Prepare detailed workpapers supporting tax returns, financial statements, and audit engagements.


• Review financial records, including balance sheets, income statements, and supporting documentation.


• Assist with client accounting services, including account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting.


• Review tax returns and financial documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with firm standards.


• Communicate directly with clients to gather financial information, resolve discrepancies, and address accounting questions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.


• Recent public accounting experience required, preferably within audit or client accounting services.


• Approximately 2-4+ years of relevant experience preferred; candidates with additional experience are encouraged to apply.


• CPA designation or active pursuit of CPA certification preferred.


• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).


• Experience preparing financial statements, reconciliations, and supporting workpapers.


• Exposure to individual and business tax preparation preferred.


• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.


• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Collaborative, team-oriented approach with a willingness to support colleagues and clients.


• Ability to work independently while contributing to a positive and supportive team environment.

Compensation is up to $90k DOE.

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