Accounting: Staff Accountant

Staff accountants at Walter & Shuffain play an integral role in every engagement and have the opportunity to gain both tax and audit experience in a variety of industries. Staff work on a wide range of assignments including: preparation of individual, corporate and partnership returns; performing audits, reviews and compilations; financial statement preparation; and training on current accounting software and research tools. They quickly become valued team members and work closely with employees at all levels within the firm, from other staff members to partners. While initial assignments will be less complex they will lead to more difficult assignments and increasing responsibility.
Essential functions

* Become familiar with firm policies and procedures.
* Obtain a working knowledge of firm technology, including the use of email, the Internet, spreadsheets and tax software.
* Become proficient in the preparation of corporate, individual, partnership, fiduciary and other tax forms.
* Perform assigned audit, review and compilation procedures.
* Understand the rules, requirements, and code of conduct of the AICPA, FASB and GASB.
* Become familiar with pertinent Internal Revenue Code sections and regulations.
* Learn tax and accounting research techniques and become familiar with the various research sources of the firm’s library.
* Pursue continuing education by attending firm sponsored and external training seminars.
* Assume responsibility for completion of assignments.

Required experience

* One to two years of public accounting experience preferred.
* Recent accounting graduates also welcome.

Job involves work in the firm's office or on the client's premises, which may require the use of your personal vehicle. Moderate to low overtime required throughout the year. High level of overtime may be required to complete audit and tax engagements during busy season (Jan 15-April 15).

Key Skills:
Accounting/Auditing Services
Auditing
Corporate compliance
Financial statement preparation and analysis
Oversee/support compliance audits
Revenue reporting
Tax reporting and filing
Tax reporting and filing: Conduct tax planning
Tax reporting and filing: Participate in and manage all tax audits

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