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Staff Accountant - Client Accounting Services (CAS)
Pay: $45,000 - $60,000 annually, depending on experience, credentials, and level of responsibility
Location: Chattanooga, TN (In Office)
Job Type: Full-Time
Join Ruhling & Associates!
For more than 30 years, Ruhling & Associates has provided tax, accounting, payroll, and business advisory services to closely held businesses and high-net-worth individuals throughout the Chattanooga area. We are growing and seeking motivated accounting professionals to join our Client Accounting Services (CAS) and Tax team.
Opportunities are available at multiple levels, with responsibilities and compensation based on experience and qualifications.
Why Ruhling & Associates?
- Career Growth: We offer significant opportunities for professional development, increased responsibility, and long-term career advancement.
- Collaborative Team Environment: Work alongside experienced accountants in a supportive environment that encourages teamwork, learning, and knowledge sharing.
- Work-Life Balance: Unlike many public accounting firms, we prioritize work-life balance through a family-friendly atmosphere, reasonable tax season expectations, and a low-stress work environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform monthly, quarterly, and year-end accounting services for a variety of clients
- Reconcile bank, credit card, and loan accounts
- Prepare financial statements and management reports
- File sales and use tax returns
- Process payroll and related reporting, including quarterly payroll tax returns and W-2s
- Maintain depreciation schedules and prepare adjusting journal entries
- Manage client bookkeeping records and ensure deadlines are met
- Communicate professionally with clients regarding accounting and tax matters
Qualifications
- One to three years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, and tax preparation
- Proficiency with QuickBooks (Desktop and/or Online) and Microsoft Office applications
- Experience with tax preparation software (UltraTax experience preferred)
- Ability and willingness to learn new accounting and tax software
- Experience preparing individual and business tax returns, payroll tax returns, sales tax returns, and year-end reporting forms preferred
- Accounting degree is preferred but not required
- Experience working in a public accounting firm environment is a plus
What We Are Looking For
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Self-motivated professional who can work independently and as part of a team
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
- Commitment to delivering quality work and excellent client service
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- SIMPLE IRA with Employer Contribution
- Paid Time Off
- Opportunities for Career Advancement
- Supportive, Family-Friendly Work Environment
Apply Today!
We have spent more than 30 years helping our clients succeed, and we support our employees with the same commitment. If you are looking for a firm where your contributions are valued, your career can grow, and work-life balance matters, we encourage you to apply today.
Visit us at www.ruhlingcpas.com.
Ruhling & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Additional Information
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Bookkeeping/Payroll/Accounting Services: 1 years preferred
- Tax Preparation: 1 years preferred
- QuickBooks: 1 years preferred
- Microsoft Office: 1 years preferred
Work Location: In Person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Experience:
- Accounting: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CPA license (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $45,000 - $60,000