Sun Prairie, Wisconsin
Staff Accountant Job Opening in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin - Position Objective:
Responsible for learning and applying technical skills and working as part of a team. Responsible for timely and accurate reporting of financial reports and data of clients. Analyses and reviews balance sheet accounts, performs account period closings and analysis for client review. Develop standards, month end closing, variance analysis, reconciliations, fix asset justifications, inventory valuation, tax preparation, budgeting and forecasting.
Essential Duties of the Position:
Prepare journal entries and compile financial statements to include balance sheet, statement of revenues and expenditures, and revenue and expenditure comparison to budget.
Maintain all accounting ledgers and supporting accounting documentation.
Maintain AP system, including processing of invoices, creation of payables schedule and processing of checks.
Monitor cash flow and reconcile all bank accounts.
Prepare financial reports and statements for client review.
Develop, implement and maintain a monthly reporting process to client.
Ensure client compliance with applicable rules and regulations via GAAP and GAAS.
Maintain fixed asset inventory and valuation.
Schedule computations of accrued expenses and give the basis for accruals.
Prepare schedules of amortization of prepaid expenses and deferred charges.
Prepare payroll, tax, and business records and reports.
Prepare corporate and individual tax returns.
Maintain acumen with tax reporting and reporting standards.
Build strong team and client relationships.
Become familiar with FASB, AICPA and GASB (when assigned).
When assigned to tax engagements:
Become familiar with pertinent IRC sections and regulations.
Obtain a working knowledge of research techniques and various research sources.
Become proficient in the preparation of corporate, individual, partnership, fiduciary and other tax returns prepared by the firm.
Assume responsibility for the completion of tax returns under the supervision of more experienced staff.
Ancillary Duties of the Position:
Attend client meetings as requested.
Give back to the community.
Attend company meetings as required.
Participate in office wide initiatives ? recruitment, marketing, etc.
Actively pursues self-development opportunities
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
Bachelors Degree or higher in Accounting.
Zero to two years experience in general accounting; working toward CPA certification.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities necessary to perform essential functions:
Strong interpersonal skills.
Skilled at communicating complex technical information so that it is understood by client.
Ability to work independently.
Thorough knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley, GAAP and GAAS.
Ability to establish strong working relationships with staff and clients.
General knowledge of firm products and services.
General knowledge of market trends including opportunities and local business initiatives.
Job Type: Full-time
Required education:
Bachelor's
Required experience:
accounting: 2 years
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