Staff Accountant - JNR Advisory

Archer Lewis; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching Program

Unlimited Flexible Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Archer Lewis is seeking a Staff Accountant in Charleston, SC, responsible for accounting and tax duties for various clients. You will prepare and review financial statements, manage client engagements, and communicate directly with clients on tax matters.

The role demands a Bachelor’s degree, 2-4 years of experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. The company offers a competitive salary of $70,000 - $80,000 plus bonuses, along with comprehensive benefits including medical insurance and unlimited flexible time off.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of relevant accounting or tax experience, internships applicable.
• Demonstrated ability to apply accounting principles and exercise professional judgment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review journal entries and general ledger activity.
• Prepare and review individual, partnership, and business tax returns.
• Serve as a point of contact for assigned client workstreams.
• Exercise discretion and independent judgment in applying accounting principles.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Analytical skills

Professional judgment

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

UltraTax

Job description

Overview

Your Future Team At JNR Advisory, our Charleston based team has partnered with clients since 2005, delivering personalized tax, accounting, and advisory services that go beyond traditional compliance. Drawing on deep experience in public accounting and corporate financial management, we take a strategic, hands-on approach to help businesses and individuals plan, grow, and make confident financial decisions. Now, as part of Archer Lewis, we are one team with expanded capabilities and reach. Backed by a national firm founded in 2024 with more than 700 professionals across 40 plus offices, we bring additional resources, specialized expertise, and a broader network to every client relationship while maintaining the high touch, relationship driven service we are known for.

What You’ll Do

The Staff Accountant is responsible for independently performing accounting and tax functions across a variety of client engagements. This role applies professional accounting principles and exercises judgment in preparing financial statements, analyzing results, and determining appropriate accounting and tax treatment. The position requires the ability to manage assigned engagements with limited supervision and to communicate directly with clients and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• General Accounting & Financial Analysis: Prepare and review journal entries and general ledger activity with minimal supervision; own and manage portions of the month-end and year-end close process; analyze financial statements and identify discrepancies, trends, and areas requiring adjustment; recommend appropriate accounting treatment based on GAAP and firm standards; ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records and support documentation.
• Tax Compliance & Advisory: Prepare and review individual, partnership, and business tax returns; identify tax issues and recommend appropriate treatment under supervision of senior leadership; conduct tax research and apply findings to client situations; communicate directly with clients regarding tax matters and information requests.
• Client Engagement & Communication: Serve as a point of contact for assigned client workstreams; communicate financial results and explain accounting or tax positions to clients; collaborate with senior team members on complex engagements while managing day-to-day execution.
• Professional Judgment & Autonomy: Exercise discretion and independent judgment in applying accounting and tax principles; prioritize and manage multiple engagements and deadlines; identify process improvements and contribute to operational efficiencies.

What You’ll Bring

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Experience: 2-4 years of relevant accounting or tax experience (internships applicable)
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with accounting software (UltraTax) preferred; CPA or actively pursuing CPA preferred
• Soft Skills: Demonstrated ability to apply accounting principles and exercise professional judgment; strong analytical and problem-solving skills; effective written and verbal communication skills, including client interaction; ability to work independently and manage competing priorities

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (Coverage begins on the first of the month following your start date)
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) Matching Program
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
• Pet Insurance
• Unlimited Flexible Time Off
• 7 Company‑Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Base salary of $70,000 - $80,000 plus discretionary bonus (exact base salary amount will be dependent on experience)

Archer Lewis Story

Archer Lewis is a national accounting and advisory firm established in 2024 from local practice mergers, leveraging over 70 years of legacy. With 40 offices and over 450 professionals, we serve 150,000+ businesses. Our approach blends small-firm relationships with national capabilities in bookkeeping, tax, advisory, and growth planning. We adapt to client preferences for in-person or online interactions, ensuring they connect with professionals who understand their specific needs.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Archer Lewis is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, ancestry, age (over 40), physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer-related), gender identity or expression, genetic information including sickle cell or hemoglobin C trait, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local law.

You are a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident or possess other unrestricted U.S. work authorization and will not require sponsorship for U.S. work authorization now or anytime in the future.