Associate II

Job Description

Successful individuals, business owners, managers and executives depend on reliable accounting and financial data to make the informed decisions that lead to streamlined operations, successful revenue generation and expansion. Often this means securing top-notch external support. PKF O’Connor Davies Elite Accounting Services group specialists deliver comprehensive accounting, bookkeeping and audit support tailored to address specific needs and budgets. Our clients have found Elite a cost- effective solution, whether they require bookkeeping services on a weekly basis, variance analysis on a monthly basis, or audit schedules prepared annually.

The Associate should be able to perform and direct the broadest range of accounting tasks. This individual will assist the in-charge in the development of engagement strategy, planning, execution of work, review and interpretation of findings.

 Areas of Accountability

• Prepare write-ups, bank reconciliations, payroll/sales tax and conducts a self-review before submission for review.
• Prepare financial statements, consolidated statements, and various other accounting statements (including cash flow statement and footnotes).
• Responsible for posting and maintaining general preparation of supporting schedules and adjusting journal entries.
• Ability to prepare or review financial statements, monthly/quarterly write-up services, engagement documentation and related reports.
• Review and verify the accuracy of journal entries and accounting classification assigned to various records
• Ability to conduct tax research, income tax projections and prepare basic entity and individual tax returns.

 Qualifications

• BA/BS in Accounting from an accredited college/university is required.
• Prior CPA Firm internship experience is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge and experience working with QuickBooks and QBO
• Basic working knowledge and application of GAAP standards.
• Basic working knowledge of Federal and State taxation.
• Effective written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Encouraged participation in civic or professional organizations.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions and recommendations in client related matters.
• Local travel to client locations may be required.

The compensation for this position ranges from $65,000 - $75,000. Actual compensation will be dependent upon the specific role, office location as well as the individual’s qualifications, experience, skills, and certifications.

PKFODA is an equal opportunity employer.  The Firm is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all persons in connection with hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation or other conditions of the employment relationship regardless of race, color, age, sex, marital status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, philosophy/religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, political affiliation or belief, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

To all staffing agencies: PKF O'Connor Davies Advisory, LLC (“PKFODA”) will not be utilizing agencies to staff this position. Please do not forward resumes to PKFODA partners and/or employees at any of our locations regarding this position. Any recruiter who would like to partner with PKFODA on other positions must have an updated contractual agreement with PKFODA through the Director of Talent Acquisition. Please be reminded, PKFODA is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. All unsolicited resumes will become the property of PKFODA.

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