Overview
A professional services organization specializing in tax, advisory, consulting, and attest services is seeking an Accounting Assistant to support their assurance team within the Not-for-Profit Practice Group. The organization serves businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies across the US and its territories, focusing on complex financial and consulting challenges since 1974.
Responsibilities
- Perform attestation and consulting tasks as part of client engagement teams
- Prepare work papers essential to client deliverables
- Assist with electronic filing of required financial information
- Apply basic accounting principles under supervision
- Proofread and assist in preparing client deliverables, including presentations
- Manage client information flow and communications
- Understand and adhere to firm policies and procedures
- Establish and maintain effective work schedules
- Build and maintain strong client relationships
- Collaborate with team members to complete project components on schedule
- Demonstrate a commitment to learning and professional growth
Requirements
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
- Working knowledge of general ledger, basic financial statements, and adjusting entries
- Strong attention to detail and quality
- Excellent organizational skills
- Effective interpersonal and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and stay ahead of projects
- Capability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Motivation to become an industry subject matter expert and business advisor
Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly rate: $27.00 to $32.00 per hour, depending on experience, education, and qualifications
- Access to benefits supporting physical, mental, career, social, and financial well-being
- Reasonable accommodations provided during application and employment process
Equal Opportunity
The employer is an equal opportunity organization committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.