Job Summary: A brief summary of the work performed.
The Staff Accountant is responsible for performing specifically assigned tasks in accordance with directions furnished by the engagement senior and/or management, as specified in the work program or pertinent firm policies and procedures.
Essential Functions: Responsibilities that must be performed by this position.
- Regularly inform the senior and/or management on the status of projects and any problems encountered.
- Apply basic knowledge of business functions, processes and strategies.
- Prepare financial statements with disclosures.
- Prepare federal and state tax returns
- Understand transactional flow and key transition cycles.
- Develop and maintain ongoing business relationships with client personnel.
- Help clients with inquiries regarding accounting and tax issues.
- Involvement in community service projects as appropriate
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required to perform the essential functions of this position
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Presentation skills and strong organizational techniques are required.
- Highly motivated.
- Capable of managing multiple client engagements in addition to completing tasks related to business development.
- General knowledge of FASB regulations and GAAP
Minimum Position Qualifications: Minimum qualifications required for this position.
- EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
Preferred Position Qualifications: List of preferred qualifications required for this position.
- Working knowledge of MS Office (primarily Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel)
- Knowledge of accounting software (QuickBooks or similar) preferred
- LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: Certified Public Accountant license preferred.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Presentation skills and strong organizational techniques
- Highly motivated
- Ability to manage multiple client engagements and business development tasks
- General knowledge of FASB regulations and GAAP
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, primarily Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Knowledge of accounting software such as QuickBooks
- Certified Public Accountant license
What We Do
Frazer LLP is a leading independent regional certified public accounting and consulting firm that provides audit, tax, and advisory services to businesses and individuals, with a specialized focus on industries such as agriculture, dairy, and real estate.
