Staff Accountant
We are a small, growing CPA firm in Malvern, Pennsylvania looking for a Staff Accountant to join our team on a permanent, full-time basis.
We are looking for someone with 1–2 years of accounting or tax experience, but we are also willing to consider a strong entry-level candidate who is motivated to learn and wants to build a career in public accounting.
We are looking for someone who is dependable, detail-oriented, comfortable asking questions, and willing to learn. You will have the opportunity to work closely with other staff members and partners, learn from experience, and take on additional responsibility as your skills develop. We value people who take ownership of their work and want to continue developing their accounting and tax skills.
Responsibilities
The position will include a variety of tax and accounting work, including:
Preparing individual, business, and fiduciary tax returns, including Forms 1040, 1120S, 1120, 1065, and 1041
Assisting with tax planning, estimates, client meetings, and other consulting matters
Performing QuickBooks reconciliations, posting adjusting entries, and assisting with general accounting work
Preparing sales tax, payroll, and payroll tax returns
Responding to federal, state, and local tax notices
Assisting with other tax, accounting, and special projects as needed
Qualifications
We are looking for someone with:
A bachelor’s degree in accounting
Approximately 1–2 years of accounting or tax experience preferred, but not required
Strong entry-level candidates and candidates with accounting internship experience are encouraged to apply
Experience with QuickBooks or QuickBooks Online is preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
Experience with tax preparation software is helpful; we use CCH Axcess
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Good written and verbal communication skills
The ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines
A willingness to learn and take on additional responsibility over time
About the Position
This is a permanent, full-time, in-office position at our Malvern, PA office.
Our normal hours are Monday through Friday, approximately 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Extended hours are required from January 1 through April 15.
As a small firm, we work closely together and everyone contributes. You will get to know our clients, work directly with experienced accountants and partners, and see a much broader range of tax and accounting matters than you might in a more specialized position.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation will be based on experience and qualifications.
Benefits include:
Retirement Plan
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Disability insurance
Paid time off
Bonus opportunities