Staff Accountant - Business Group Services

Staff Accountant I - Business Services Group (BSG) Public Accounting | Tax & Accounting Exposure | Client Service | Career Growth

Compensation: $86,000 Base + Comprehensive Benefits Package

Location: Alexandria, Virginia
Schedule: Flexible Hybrid

Our client, a highly respected public accounting and advisory firm recognized as one of Virginia's top workplaces, is seeking a Staff Accountant I to join its Business Services Group (BSG).

This is an outstanding opportunity for an early-career accounting professional to gain broad exposure across tax, accounting, advisory, and client service engagements while working alongside experienced Managers and Principals.

As a Staff Accountant I, you'll assist with tax preparation, accounting engagements, bookkeeping services, financial statement preparation, tax research, and consulting projects for a diverse client base that includes closely held businesses, government contractors, nonprofit organizations, real estate firms, construction companies, healthcare providers, and professional service organizations.

If you're looking for a public accounting opportunity that offers mentorship, technical development, meaningful client exposure, and long-term career advancement, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.

• $86,000 base salary
• Flexible hybrid work environment
• Top-ranked Virginia public accounting firm
• Best Places to Work and Top Workplace recognition
• Strong mentorship and technical training
• Exposure to tax, accounting, and advisory engagements
• Opportunity to work directly with experienced Managers and Principals
• Diverse industry exposure
• Excellent work-life balance and flexible scheduling
• Strong career growth and promotion opportunities
• Collaborative and team-oriented culture

Our client is a leading public accounting and advisory firm serving privately held businesses, individuals, estates, trusts, nonprofit organizations, and employee benefit plans.

Core service offerings include:

• Tax Planning & Compliance
• Accounting Services
• Business Advisory Services
• Audit & Assurance
• Estate & Trust Services
• Consulting Solutions

The firm's commitment to Quality Personal Service has helped establish long-standing client relationships and a reputation for excellence throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.

As a Staff Accountant I within the Business Services Group, you'll work closely with experienced professionals while building the technical knowledge and practical experience necessary for long-term success in public accounting.

You’ll gain experience with:

• Individual Tax Returns
• Corporate Tax Returns
• Partnership Tax Returns
• Business Accounting Services
• Bookkeeping Engagements
• Financial Statement Preparation
• Tax Research
• Tax Planning Support
• Client Advisory Services

This role provides excellent exposure to both tax and accounting functions while creating a strong foundation for advancement into Senior Accountant and future leadership positions.

• Prepare individual tax returns and supporting work papers
• Assist with corporate and partnership tax return preparation
• Prepare tax return extensions and related filings
• Organize client documentation and engagement files
• Ensure compliance with federal and state filing requirements

• Perform bookkeeping and accounting services for business clients
• Support nonprofit and closely held business engagements
• Prepare and maintain financial records
• Assist with accounting projects and client deliverablesupport preparation of financial statements

• Conduct tax research assignments
• Assist with tax planning projects
• Analyze financial information to support client needs
• Learn applicable tax laws and regulations
• Support consulting and advisory engagements

• Prepare client correspondence and communications
• Respond professionally to client requests
• Develop positive client relationships
• Assist with gathering client information and documentation
• Support engagement teams throughout projects

• Learn firm methodologies, systems, and best practices
• Develop technical accounting and tax knowledge
• Participate in internal and…