Senior Accountant - Audit and Tax

Hire Resolve's esteemed client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant to join their Assurance and Tax Team in Gaithersburg MD. As a Senior Accountant in the Team, you will be responsible for leading and overseeing accounting of client financial statements and providing valuable insights and recommendations to improve their tax processes and controls.

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Responsibilities:

• As a Senior Accountant, your role encompasses various aspects of client service, spanning attestation engagements to tax preparation and review.
• You will oversee the work of staff accountants in both office and client site settings, occasionally handling client communication on-site and fostering client relationships.
• The potential exists for managing multiple engagements concurrently.
• This position presents growth opportunities and a clear trajectory towards leadership.
• They provide competitive compensation and an exclusive benefits package.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of generally accepted auditing standards, along with proficiency in common audit procedures, techniques, and adherence to the firm's quality control standards.
• Develop, review, and seek approval for engagement programs.
• Assess audit risks and present for approval.
• Create or review work papers, financial statements, and accompanying footnote disclosures.
• In the tax domain, conduct thorough tax research, articulate conclusions, and document findings in written format.
• Generate intricate tax projections and prepare tax returns.
• Additionally, review tax returns crafted by other team members.
• Address and resolve issues within engagements, showcasing expertise in GAAP and specialized accounting principles.
• Adhere to CPA professional standards, conduct technical research, and demonstrate strong review skills. Independently plan, schedule, and complete engagements.
• Master the engagement process from prospect to client meetings.
• Actively participate in firm-sponsored events and provide training to staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics/Equivalent
• CPA Required
• 4-5 years of experience in accounting, preferably within CPA/Consulting Firms.
• Highly motivated with the desire to grow and develop
• Interest in building collaborative relationships, striving to find the best possible solutions
• Knowledge of accounting and tax software
• Ability to travel, as needed for client engagements (mostly local)
• Willingness to participate in business development activities (guidance and training will be provided)
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship

Benefits

• Salary: $81K/yr - $119K/yr, negotiable. The specific compensation for this role will be determined based on the market demand, education, experience, and skill set of the individual selected for this position.

Benefits:

• Recognition - Events, Outings, Vacations for achieving goals
• Volunteering, Fundraisers and Serving non-profit organizations
• PTO and Flexible summer schedules with shortened hours
• Healthcare
• Supporting educational development through training and reimbursements.
• 401(k)

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move and to learn more about this great firm:

• Salary: negotiable - dependent on candidate experience in public accounting, certifications and background education.
• Apply for this role today, contact Lidene Pienaar at Hire Resolve on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lidene-pienaar
• Alternatively, visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your resume: [email protected]

We will contact you in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your resume on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise that match your resume.