Compilation and Review Staff Accountant

Nienhuis Financial Group is a rapidly growing accounting firm committed to delivering excellence in fractional and managerial accounting services. Our client base includes private companies with between $1-75M in revenue, varies in industry, and includes Not-For-Profit and For Profit. With a dedicated team and a strong focus on communication, accuracy and timeliness, we strive to exceed client expectations. We are seeking a motivated Staff Accountant with 2–5 years of public accounting experience to support our firm’s compilation and review engagements. The ideal candidate has strong technical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while collaborating closely with senior staff and management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statement compilations and reviews in accordance with applicable standards (SSARS).
• Assist in planning and performing review procedures, including analytical procedures and inquiries.
• Prepare adjusting journal entries, trial balances, and working papers.
• Maintain organized and well-documented workpapers that support engagement conclusions.
• Identify and communicate accounting issues or inconsistencies to senior staff and managers.
• Assist with bookkeeping tasks and general ledger maintenance when needed.
• Perform variance analysis and help draft financial statement notes.
• Collaborate with clients to obtain necessary documentation and resolve questions promptly.
• Ensure compliance with firm policies, professional standards, and deadlines.
• Support additional accounting or assurance engagements as assigned.

Qualification Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 2–5 years of experience in auditing, public accounting-specifically in compilation and review engagements.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and SSARS requirements.
• Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Preferred Skills

• CPA candidate or CPA preferred (not required).
• Experience with cloud-based engagement software (e.g., CaseWare, CCH Engagement, Thomson Reuters).
• Knowledge of tax preparation is a plus.
• Strong client service mindset.

Reading, Math, and Reasoning Skills  

Strong written and oral communications, interpersonal skills, analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, service focus and time management skills required. Must be able to work independently and as part of a larger team.

Other Helpful Software Experience

Microsoft Outlook Email, Calendar, Teams, Excel, Multifactor Authentication; VPN/Terminal Server, QuickBooks Online, LastPass, Zoom, Canopy, OneDrive, Google Suite, Chrome, Adobe DC, VOIP, SafeSend, BambooHR, TSheets, Documo, Divvy, Bill.com, Fathom, Gusto.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements: 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time while working on a computer.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee usually works in an office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal.