What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant (Healthcare) position at SVA | A Professional Services Company?
SVA is looking for a Staff Accountant to join our growing Healthcare team in our Brookfield, WI location. This is the opportunity you have been looking for! In this role, you will develop your skills across industries, find your passion and the perfect fit. You will benefit from continuous learning through client-facing interactions and develop an in-depth understanding of how accounting impacts the business world. Collaborate with an accomplished and diverse team of professionals and enhance your career with personalized development and mentoring opportunities. Demonstrate your expertise and evolving leadership skills, while building your career in an independent and growing professional services firm that has been certified as a Great Place to Work®! SVA You. Together, We Serve. People. Better.
Overview
The Staff Accountant position is an entry-level role that performs general basic accounting and auditing tasks. Staff Accountants understand basic accounting and taxation concepts, and gain experience and familiarization with SVA methods, policies, and practices through mentoring, training, and on-the-job experience.
Staff Accountants work closely with more senior staff who provide guidance in advance and during assignments, helping make decisions when difficult situations are encountered, and providing feedback on a regular basis, or when otherwise warranted. Staff Accountants are given guidance on meeting budget and time allotments for each phase of an assignment, as well as how to manage their work schedule to meet those requirements. Staff Accountants may have some interactions with clients, generally with guidance and supervision from more senior staff.
90% Client Work
- Work with in-charge to complete assigned tax returns and tax planning, as well as other special projects.
- Prepare basic income tax and informational returns for individuals and businesses, including organizing a file of supporting documentation.
- Post adjustments to trial balance.
- Complete administrative and other client related tasks.
- Maintain confidentiality with client information in accordance with related laws and regulations and adhere to all SVA policies and procedures.
- Ensure all duties are performed efficiently, and to a satisfactory level, typically requiring 55 hours/week during busy season (including weekends), and 40-45 hours/week during non-busy season.
- All other duties as assigned.
10% Professional and Personal Development
- Work with senior staff to develop and execute career path.
- Utilize internal and external learning opportunities.
- Participate in projects as identified.
- Explore and engage in community involvement.
- Prepare for and take the CPA examination, as appropriate.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required.
Experience: Internship experience in public accounting preferred.
Professional Certification: Meets requirements to take the CPA Examination preferred. Meets requirements to take the EA Examination required.
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Begin a long-term relationship with a company where motivation drives advancement. We invite you to explore employment opportunities with us and see how you can have an exciting and enjoyable career!
SVA is certified as a great workplace by the Great Place to Work® institute.
SVA participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
SVA participa en E-Verify y proporcionará al gobierno federal la información de su Formulario I-9 para confirmar que usted está autorizado para trabajar en los EE.UU..
