Staff Accountant - CPA Prep, Flexible Schedule, Growth

CONWAY, DEUTH & SCHMIESING, PLLP; Benson (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health insurance

HSA match program

401(k) plan with matching

Continuing professional education

CPA Exam support

Longevity bonus

Job summary

CONWAY, DEUTH & SCHMIESING, PLLP seeks an experienced accounting professional to perform a broad range of accounting, tax, and consulting work for diverse clients in Minnesota. Seasonal overtime is required as deadlines arise while delivering accurate financial statements and tax returns.

The role emphasizes reliability, confidentiality, and collaboration within a flexible team. CPA track and ongoing professional education are supported.

Qualifications

• Accounting/Finance degree or progress required or preferred.
• CPA exam candidate or license is preferred.
• Solid knowledge of accounting principles and taxation.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of compiled, reviewed, and audited financial statements
• Preparation of Excel spreadsheets
• General bookkeeping, payroll, and business consultation
• Support timely monthly, quarterly, half-year, and year-end financial close, balance sheet account reconciliations, determine and prepare journal entries
• Review of client policies and procedures; identify and suggest improvements for accounting reporting and recording procedures
• Analyze data, summarize information, and assist in preparation of reports
• Research, draft memorandum, and document conclusions related to accounting issues and tax matters
• Collect and organize appropriate data for tax preparation
• Prepare partnership, corporate, individual returns, and other tax forms
• Identify and assist with implementation of tax planning opportunities for clients
• Managing client expectations and assisting clients with their tax and other related questions
• Attend training and development opportunities to develop interpersonal and professional expertise
• Encompass the CDS core values: integrity, quality, collaboration, innovation, and kindness
• Develop and maintain client relationships
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Occasional out-of-town travel to client or office locations may be required

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Independent worker

Education

Accounting/Finance degree in progress or completed

CPA exam candidate or license preferred

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

CONWAY, DEUTH & SCHMIESING, PLLP seeks an experienced accounting professional to perform a broad range of accounting, tax, and consulting work for diverse clients in Minnesota. Seasonal overtime is required as deadlines arise while delivering accurate financial statements and tax returns.

The role emphasizes reliability, confidentiality, and collaboration within a flexible team. CPA track and ongoing professional education are supported.