CAS Senior Associate

Overview

A top 50 national advisory firm is seeking an experienced accounting professional to perform, supervise, and review complex accounting tasks across multiple entities. This role involves managing annual accounting procedures, preparing financial compilations, analyzing organizational financial impacts, and training associates. The position requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple engagements while meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform, supervise, and review reconciliations, journal entries, expense coding, bill payments, and accounts receivable
• Oversee annual accounting procedures for tax preparation, 1099s, and tangible personal property returns
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, or annual financial compilations based on client needs
• Identify material misstatements and evaluate inconsistencies in financial reports
• Prepare client cash flow forecasts and monitor engagement performance against budgets
• Analyze organizational structures and financial impacts to ensure accurate accounting
• Train and review work of associates, providing constructive feedback
• Communicate effectively with team members and clients regarding project status and inquiries
• Collaborate with team members, volunteer support, and share knowledge
• Participate in professional development through training and independent learning
• Manage multiple engagements and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
• Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership
• Meet annual billable hour and performance targets

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in general accounting
• CPA license or eligibility preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• Strong understanding of complex accounting principles, including GAAP and financial reporting frameworks
• Proficiency with accounting software and related tools
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Accurate mathematical and financial analysis abilities
• Ability to work independently and coach newer team members
• Analytical thinking to identify and resolve inconsistencies in financial reporting
• Proactive problem-solving skills
• Commitment to delivering high-quality customer service in a multi-client environment
• Full-time availability with flexibility to work beyond regular hours as needed
• Reasonable accommodations available for qualified individuals with disabilities

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA licensure or progress toward licensure

Compensation & Benefits

• Generous paid time off
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Paid holidays, including a firmwide winter break (December 24 – January 1)
• Paid parental leave after one year of service
• Mentorship and career development programs
• CPA exam support
• Firm-sponsored events and team activities
• Celebrations for milestones such as the end of busy season and holidays
• Benefits available to full-time employees regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week

Location

This is a full-time position with flexibility to work beyond regular hours to meet deadlines. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.