What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at Brady Ware & Company?
Description
Brady Ware is a top 200 national CPA and advisory firm, with offices in Columbus and Dayton (OH), Atlanta (GA) and Richmond (IN). With more than 150 professionals at our firm, we partner with clients locally and throughout the U.S. by lending our expertise in audit and accounting, tax, and advisory services.
We also offer solutions for valuations, IRS conflicts, disputes, litigation, business performance, and transactional consulting through BW Arpeggio. We work together as a team, providing results for a wide variety of client industries, including renewable energy, automotive dealerships, construction, real estate, technology, and more!
As an entrepreneurial-minded, middle-market firm, we recognize that just like our clients have different needs, so do our people. At Brady Ware, you can grow your career at your own pace. You’ll be immersed with a wide range of individuals, business owners, industries, and business challenges. This access brings opportunities to engage, collaborate, learn and grow more quickly than in larger firms.
We know that your quality of life is important too. That is why we provide a work environment that focuses on results, not punching a time clock. With generous time-off policies and a flexible, hybrid work approach, we support your unique need for a healthy balance. Apply today to learn more about how you can excel in a career at Brady Ware.
Brady Ware has an opening for a Staff Accountant seeking experience in both Tax and Audit. This position works as the foundation of our team and provides support on various engagements with our clients. As Staff Accountants gain experience and proficiency, they are given more difficult assignments and greater responsibility, and may function as the engagement leader on smaller engagements.
Responsibilities:
- Demonstrates knowledge of accounting and auditing standards/theory.
- Accurately and efficiently prepares partnership, S Corporation and individual tax returns.
- Prepares income tax projections and estimate calculations for clients.
- Maintains and organizes client files in accordance with firm standards.
- Clearly and adequately documents working papers.
- Assist with financial audits to ensure that financial statements are fairly presented in accordance with GAAP.
- Works with members of the engagement team to identify and resolve any client issues discovered during engagements.
- Maintains open communication with management regarding the progress of completion on projects.
- Manages time effectively by completing projects within communicated budget/deadlines.
- Participates actively in training and developmental opportunities.
- Supports Interns in professional development.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in accounting required.
- Master’s preferred (150-hour requirement should be satisfied or a specific plan in place).
- Advanced knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and financial statements is required.
- Actively studying and preparing for the CPA certification if not already obtained.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail, proven time management and organizational skills.
- Desire to learn and meet new challenges.
- Commitment to teamwork
Brady Ware is an Equal Opportunity Employer