Certified Public Accountant

Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Certified Public Accountant (CPA) to join our dynamic financial team. The role involves preparing and filing accurate tax returns for individuals and businesses, staying up-to-date on tax laws, and providing strategic tax planning advice. Key responsibilities include analyzing financial data, identifying tax-saving opportunities, ensuring compliance, and assisting clients during audits.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, analyze, and interpret financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other regulatory requirements.
• Conduct detailed account reconciliations, including general ledger reconciliation, bank reconciliation, and account analysis to ensure data accuracy.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes with precision, ensuring timely payments and collections.
• Oversee month-end and year-end closing procedures, including journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
• Perform financial report writing and interpretation to facilitate informed decision-making by management.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory reporting standards, securities law, SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act), and other applicable regulations.
• Utilize accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, PeopleSoft, or similar platforms to streamline financial operations.
• Conduct audits and internal controls assessments to uphold organizational integrity and mitigate risks.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities to optimize cash flow management and financial planning.
• Assist with tax preparation and planning activities leveraging tax experience related to corporate accounting and estate law when applicable.
• Mentor junior staff members by providing guidance on technical accounting concepts, GAAP standards, and best practices in public accounting environments.
• Collaborate across departments to improve processes related to governmental accounting, non-profit accounting, or private equity transactions as needed.

Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification is required; additional credentials such as CMA or CFA are a plus.
• Proven experience in public accounting or corporate finance with a focus on financial statement preparation and analysis.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, SOX compliance requirements, securities law, and regulatory frameworks relevant to various industries.
• Proficiency with accounting software including QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, PeopleSoft, or similar platforms; advanced skills in Microsoft Excel are essential.
• Demonstrated expertise in technical accounting areas such as accrual accounting, double entry bookkeeping, journal entries, balance sheet reconciliation, and general ledger management.
• Experience with governmental accounting standards and non-profit accounting practices is highly desirable.
• Solid understanding of financial concepts such as cash flow analysis, budgeting, forecasting, account reconciliation, and financial management strategies.
• Excellent analytical skills combined with the ability to interpret complex financial data accurately.
• Strong communication skills for preparing comprehensive financial reports and explaining findings clearly to stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to mentor team members effectively while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Join our team as we uphold the highest standards of financial integrity while supporting organizational success through expert accounting practices!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $80,348.25 - $96,763.48 per year

Expected hours: 20 per week

Ability to Commute:

• Worcester, MA 01603 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Worcester, MA 01603: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,348 - $96,763