Staff Accountant - Fall Start Date

Meadows Urquhart; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Competitive salary

Growth potential

Supportive workplace culture

Job summary

An innovative CPA firm in Richmond, Virginia, is looking for candidates to fill a staff role focusing on audits, tax returns, and financial statements. The ideal applicant will possess a Bachelor’s Degree, attention to detail, and effective communication skills in a dynamic team environment. The firm emphasizes a supportive culture and offers growth potential along with competitive salary and benefits. Join a team that values professional development and a positive work atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required for the role.
• Attention to detail deemed critical for success.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Staff role on audits, reviews, and compilations.
• Prepare tax returns including federal, state, and others.
• Financial statement preparation responsibilities.
• Participate in special projects as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Meadows Urquhart takes pride in being a different kind of accounting firm. Our founding partners had a simple yet profound vision of a firm known for its supportive workplace culture. We knew that by creating a positive environment for our team and bringing a personal touch to client relationships, we would build genuine, long‑lasting partnerships with our clients.

Founded in 2004, Meadows Urquhart is a fast‑growing CPA firm of about 45 employees. We provide tax, assurance, and consulting services to many industries including real estate, construction, financial services, high net worth individuals and entrepreneurial services. We work with clients who value consultative relationships and want to reach their potential. Our "In Your Shoes" process allows us to understand the issues that business owners face, and the roadblocks that are preventing them from achieving their goals.

We strive to bring excitement into the world of accounting. Our profession has been stigmatized as "dull" or "boring", but who says accounting can’t be fun? This is why we regularly have social outings and games around the office to keep spirits and motivation high. Most importantly, we offer flexible work schedules so you won’t have to miss important moments in your personal life. We are friends and coworkers, aiming to provide a supportive environment and sense of community for all of our staff.

We are dedicated to each of our staff’s professional development. We provide the training, tools, and resources for each level of our firm to advance in their careers. Our comprehensive plan outlines the necessary technical and soft‑skills that all staff take ownership over their career progression. View more about what it’s like to work for us here.

This position has a start date of October 2026.

Responsibilities

• Staff role on audits, reviews and compilations
• Prepare tax returns (federal, state, sales & use, franchise, property)
• Financial statement preparation
• Participate on special projects as they arise

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively in a fast paced team environment

Benefits

We are a growing firm and look internally when choosing our future leaders. We are looking for a driven individual who is well‑organized, self‑motivated, and desires to provide excellent client service.

Comprehensive testing and background checks will be performed on all candidates selected for follow-up.

Position includes benefits, competitive salary and growth potential.

No recruiters please.