Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant / Public Accounting Professional

North Alabama CPA Firm | Full-Time Position

Join Our Growing Team

A well-established CPA firm in North Alabama is seeking an accountant to join our team. We are looking for a motivated, professional individual who wants to build a long-term career in public accounting and become an integral part of our firm.

This position provides exposure to a broad range of public accounting services and clients, including businesses, nonprofit organizations, estates and trusts, and other entities
. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop both technical and client-service skills while working directly with experienced professionals.

For the right individual, there is potential for future ownership in the firm
.

• Performing attest engagements
  , including compilations, reviews, and audits.
• Preparing and analyzing financial statements and related work papers.
• Performing audit and review procedures and documenting work in accordance with professional standards.
• Preparing individual, business, nonprofit, estate, trust, and other tax returns.
• Assisting with tax planning and tax compliance for small and medium-sized businesses and their owners.
• Researching tax and accounting issues and assisting with recommendations to clients.
• Assisting clients with accounting, financial reporting, and general business consulting needs.
• Working with Quick Books and other accounting software.
• Communicating directly with clients to obtain information, resolve questions, and provide professional assistance.
• Assisting with special projects and other client assignments as needed.
• Maintaining appropriate documentation and complying with applicable professional, ethical, and regulatory standards.
• Developing and maintaining strong professional relationships with clients and other members of the firm.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a closely related field.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
• Professional demeanor and commitment to providing excellent client service.
• Ability and willingness to learn and apply new accounting, tax, and technology concepts.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in Accounting or Taxation or MBA.
• CPA license or active pursuit of CPA licensure.
• Prior public accounting experience.
• Experience with audits, reviews, and compilations.
• Experience preparing individual and business tax returns.
• Experience with nonprofit, estate, and trust taxation or accounting.
• Experience with Quick Books Online and other accounting software.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with accounting and tax research tools and professional accounting software.

We believe in investing in our people and providing an environment where professionals can build a rewarding career.

Our compensation and benefits package includes:

• Competitive salary commensurate with education and experience
• Potential performance-based bonuses
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Support for CPA licensure and professional development
• Exposure to a diverse client base and a broad range of accounting and tax engagements
• Opportunities for increased responsibility and advancement
• Potential future ownership opportunity for the right individual

This is more than a position preparing tax returns or performing audit procedures. We are looking for someone who wants to grow with a CPA firm, develop strong client relationships, expand their technical expertise, and assume increasing responsibility over time
.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work directly with firm leadership and gain experience across multiple areas of public accounting. As the individual develops professionally…