Staff Accountant: Growth, CPA Path & Benefits

Atherton & Associates, LLP. Tax, Assurance & Consulting; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary $60k+ starting

Medical coverage

401(k) with match

Health + childcare FSA

PTO

Job summary

Atherton & Associates, LLP in Modesto, California, seeks serious, motivated individuals to join its Client Accounting Services (CAS) Team. The firm provides tax planning, accounting, auditing, and advisory services to diverse family-owned businesses.

This is an entry-level position with opportunity for CPA-track progression and career growth. Responsibilities include preparing client reports, reconciling accounts, assisting with budgets, payroll processing, and year-end filings.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or completed BA/BS in Accounting or related field.
• Eligibility to sit for the CPA exam is preferred.
• Willingness to work part-time while in school is considered.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are required.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor financial processes per firm policies.
• Prepare client financial reports weekly, monthly, quarterly and annually.
• Reconcile accounts payable and receivable for clients.
• Reconcile sales and inventory reports.
• Assist in budget creation and variance analysis.
• Collaborate with clients to resolve financial issues and improve processes.
• Maintain accounting records and document business transactions.
• Process payroll using client timekeeping data and schedules.
• Prepare quarterly payroll, mill, and sales tax filings on time.
• Assist with chart of accounts setup and software data migration.
• Track fixed asset activity and depreciation schedules.
• Support month-end close and related tasks.

Skills

Accounting

CPA prep

Financial reporting

Payroll processing

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's in Business Administration (Accounting)

CPA eligibility

Tools

Accounting software

Payroll software

Job description

Atherton & Associates, LLP in Modesto, California, seeks serious, motivated individuals to join its Client Accounting Services (CAS) Team. The firm provides tax planning, accounting, auditing, and advisory services to diverse family-owned businesses.

This is an entry-level position with opportunity for CPA-track progression and career growth. Responsibilities include preparing client reports, reconciling accounts, assisting with budgets, payroll processing, and year-end filings.