Staff Accountant: CPA Path, Growth, and Full Benefits

Hantzmon Wiebel LLP; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

CPA exam assistance and bonus program

Annual salary target: $66k

Paid holidays and paid time off

401(k) and profit sharing

Medical

Dental

Vision

HSA

FSA

Life insurance

Job summary

Hantzmon Wiebel LLP in Charlottesville, VA seeks an entry‑level Accountant to join our audit and tax teams. You will gain hands-on experience in audits, reviews, compilations, and financial reporting while pursuing a CPA credential and building a solid foundation in client service.

The role emphasizes teamwork, confidentiality, and professionalism, with CPA exam support and competitive benefits in Central Virginia. Start date early January 2027.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• CPA candidate preferred.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Motivated with a strong work ethic and team player.
• Knowledge of basic accounting concepts.
• Tech-savvy with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Informed decisions with attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task, problem-solve, work under pressure.
• High level of professionalism.
• Maintain confidentiality of client information.
• Adapt to specialized tax and accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Become familiar with the firm's policies, procedures, and resources.
• Assist team in audits, reviews, compilations, and tasks.
• Develop understanding of profession standards and CPA progress.
• Collect, review, and analyze source financial information.
• Prepare initial journal entries and financial statements.
• Inventory and track client projects, filing requirements, due dates.
• Prepare tax returns including payroll and sales tax, quarterly and annually.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Office software

Decision making

Multi-tasking

Professionalism

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA candidate

Job description

Hantzmon Wiebel LLP in Charlottesville, VA seeks an entry‑level Accountant to join our audit and tax teams. You will gain hands-on experience in audits, reviews, compilations, and financial reporting while pursuing a CPA credential and building a solid foundation in client service.

The role emphasizes teamwork, confidentiality, and professionalism, with CPA exam support and competitive benefits in Central Virginia. Start date early January 2027.