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Senior Staff Accountant

Job in Newark, Essex County, New Jersey, 07175, USA
Listing for: Pereira & Azevedo
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-18
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Tax Accountant, Financial Reporting, Public Accounting, Senior Accountant
  • Finance & Banking
    Tax Accountant, Financial Reporting
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 USD Yearly USD 80000.00 100000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

At Pereira & Azevedo, we are building more than a CPA firm.

We are trusted advisors to growth‑minded businesses, helping our clients make smarter decisions, seize opportunities, and build stronger companies. By combining deep financial expertise with innovative technology, we deliver strategic insights that help businesses grow while creating meaningful opportunities for our team members to learn, lead, and make an impact.

We’re looking for professionals who are curious, ambitious, and excited about the future of accounting. If you’re searching for a place where you can grow your technical skills, work directly with clients, leverage modern technology, and develop into a trusted advisor, we’d love to meet you.

About the Role

The Senior Accountant plays a critical role in delivering exceptional service to our clients while serving as a key contributor to our firm’s continued growth.

This position offers exposure to tax, accounting, advisory, and client relationship management. The ideal candidate is technically strong, highly organized, eager to learn, and motivated to grow beyond compliance work into a broader advisory role.

You will work directly with managers, partners, and business owners while gaining valuable experience across multiple industries and client engagements.

What You’ll Do
  • Prepare and review individual, partnership, S corporation, and corporate tax returns
  • Prepare financial statements and supporting work papers
  • Assist clients with accounting, financial reporting, and operational questions
  • Participate in tax planning and advisory engagements
  • Analyze financial data and identify opportunities for improvement
  • Collaborate with managers and partners on client projects and special engagements
  • Assist in implementing technology solutions and process improvements
  • Develop strong relationships with clients and become a trusted resource
  • Stay current on tax laws, accounting standards, and emerging technologies
Who You Are

You embody the Pereira & Azevedo DNA.

Responsibility to Yourself
  • Accountable
  • Curious
  • Adaptable
  • Growth‑Minded
  • Committed to Continuous Learning
Responsibility to Clients
  • Professional
  • Organized
  • Reliable
  • Responsive
Responsibility to the Firm
  • Coachable
  • Team First
  • Dedicated
  • Committed to Excellence
Responsibility to Innovation
  • Open to Change
  • Seeks Better Ways to Work
  • Embraces Automation and Efficiency
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 3‑7 years of public accounting experience preferred
  • Strong tax preparation and accounting skills
  • Experience preparing financial statements and working with business clients
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
  • Experience with tax and accounting software platforms
  • CPA license or CPA candidate preferred
  • Desire to grow into leadership and advisory responsibilities
  • Work directly with partners and business owners
  • Exposure to tax, accounting, advisory, and consulting engagements
  • Continuous learning and professional development opportunities
  • Clear career advancement path
  • Collaborative and supportive team culture
  • Competitive compensation and benefits
  • Hybrid work flexibility

Passion Works Here.

We’re looking for future leaders, advisors, and innovators who want to grow with us and help shape the future of our profession.

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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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