Junior/Entry Accounting Staff
We are a San Francisco-based CPA firm seeking full-time staff to join our Accounting department. The ideal candidate is looking to learn and grow with our team while gaining hands-on experience in public accounting and tax services from start to finish.
You will be responsible for preparing and maintaining neat books and workpapers, particularly as the use of AI and automation grows within our field.
Getting comfortable in these areas is key to identifying issues and delivering a valuable client service in the age of automation:
- Accounting and controls best practices
- Laws and regulations
- Clients' operations, industries, and chosen software systems
Duties will include but are not limited to:
- Preparing bank and payroll reconciliations, investigating discrepancies
- Monitoring automated processes and AI data outputs for accuracy
- General fieldwork on attest engagements
- Tracking the status of closing monthly books
- Escalating significant matters for review with senior staff or partner
- Quarterly and year-end tax and information filing support to prepare for our annual busy season
- Stay up-to-date on best practices and technologies
- Working closely with accounting, administrative and tax colleagues
Essential skills and qualifications:
- Strong communication skills and ability to communicate professionally with clients
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Professionalism and honesty in working with confidential information
- Superior organizational, time and document management skills
- Availability Monday through Friday during normal business hours
Remote work is available for demonstrated skill level, effective time management and communication style
Desirable skills and qualities:
- Experience with Wolters Kluwer or Thomson Reuters software and research systems
- QuickBooks/QuickBooks Online
- Misc. popular Accounting Information Systems
- Misc. popular Payroll software
- Researching authoritative sources
- Basic understanding of payroll/wage & hour topics
- An interest in learning from others and growing your skillset through continuing professional education
- An interest in developing proficiency in technical accounting and GAAP
- Open, growth-oriented mindset
- Dedicated to continuous improvement
What we offer:
- A supportive team environment
- Training through team collaboration and professional development courses
- Medical and Vision coverage
- Dental reimbursement
- 401K
Full time non-exempt.