Entry-Level Staff Accountant
Lumsden McCormick CPA is one of the region's most respected accounting firms, offering a comprehensive menu of services to address client needs. The Staff Accountant is responsible for developing skills in accounting, auditing, and tax theory and principles, while ensuring high quality service deliverables.
Responsibilities
- Performs various accounting, auditing, and tax practices to ensure accurate and reliable data and client satisfaction through high quality service deliverables
- Seeks out opportunities to develop industry and technical expertise in various accounting and auditing areas through attendance at industry training/development events, conducting presentations, and professional reading
Skills
- BS in an accredited 150-hour Accounting Degree Program or MS in Accounting Program or MBA program with a concentration in Accounting
- All candidates must meet the educational coursework requirement for the NYS 150-hour education requirement for Certified Public Accountant (CPA) upon conferring of degree and/or PRIOR to full-time hire
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail
- Strong organization skills
- Ability to travel to client locations, predominantly Western New York clients
- A willingness to work in a team environment
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): options for medical and dependent care expenses
- Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA): to assist with out-of-pocket medical expenses
- Retirement Plan: a 401(k) plan to help employees save for their future, with firm contributions and profit sharing
- Life and disability insurance: basic life and AD&D insurance, as well as long-term disability insurance
- Pet insurance benefits
- Paid time off: generous paid time off policies, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Professional development opportunities for continuing education, professional memberships, and certifications
- Hybrid and/or remote work options
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