What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Assistant position at KerberRose S.C.?
KerberRose, a growing and nationally recognized CPA firm, is seeking ambitious a full-time Accountant Assistant at either our Eagle River or Rhinelander location. This is an excellent opportunity to begin or enhance your accounting career with a firm that values your contributions and offers professional growth, flexibility, and mentorship opportunities. Enjoy a dynamic role that includes exposure to a variety of industries, development of key accounting skills, and collaboration with talented CPAs.
In this role, you’ll gain hands on experience in bookkeeping, payroll, sales tax, and financial statement preparation while assisting accountants with client projects. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your accounting skills, work with a variety of industries, and grow professionally in a collaborative, supportive environment.
Requirements:- Complete write-up/bookkeeping services
- Process payroll and prepare payroll reports
- Prepare sales tax filings
- Assist with financial statement preparation
- Assist accountants with client projects as needed
- Process client financial information
- Perform general clerical duties as required
Qualifications
- Minimum of 1 year of general office or clerical experience
- Strong numerical aptitude, accuracy, and problem-solving skills
- Highly organized with attention to detail and ability to multi-task
- Professional demeanor with strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Bookkeeping, payroll, and sales tax knowledge preferred
- Proficiency in Excel; QuickBooks and Microsoft 365 preferred
- 2-year accounting degree or equivalent experience preferred
Culture & Core Values
KerberRose offers a fun, supportive atmosphere marked by professionalism and authenticity. We encourage personal and professional development and value each team member’s contributions. Our core values include:
- Commitment to Excellence
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Personal Enrichment & Work/Life Balance
- Honesty and Integrity
- Respect
- Opportunities for Growth
- Community-Oriented & Social Responsibility
Team members are given frequent opportunities for achievement, recognition, and leadership growth.
Benefits
KerberRose offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:
- Student Loan Paydown Program
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Flex Spending Account/Section 125 Plan
- Health Care Reimbursement Account
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Wellness Programs & Gym Membership Reimbursement
- Mentorship and Talent Development Opportunities
- Continuing Professional Education
- Financial incentives and exam fee reimbursement for CPA or EA designations
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Marketing and Business Development Incentives
- Employer-Matching 401(k) & Profit Sharing Plan
KerberRose is nationally recognized for its flexible workplace practices and is listed among Inside Public Accounting’s Top Firms.