What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at West Coast CPA Group?
Join the Team at West Coast CPA Group!
At West Coast CPA Group, we've proudly served families and businesses throughout the greater West Michigan area for many years. Our team provides a full range of accounting services, including payroll, bookkeeping, tax planning and preparation, financial statement preparation, and business consulting. We take pride in building lasting relationships with our clients while creating a supportive, collaborative workplace where every team member makes a meaningful impact.
We're currently looking for a detail-oriented and organized Staff Accountant to join our growing team! This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working closely with clients, values accuracy, and appreciates a flexible work environment.
Schedule & Flexibility
- Part-time position, Full-time opportunities based on experience
- Availability Monday–Wednesday during normal business hours required
- Flexible scheduling available within those days
What You'll Do
- Process payroll accurately and on time for multiple clients
- Calculate employee wages, overtime, taxes, and other payroll deductions
- Process electronic payroll payments and direct deposits
- Ensure payroll tax filings and reporting deadlines are met
- Communicate with clients and employees regarding payroll questions and payroll records
- Obtain and maintain employee direct deposit and payroll information
- Prepare financial reports, including Balance Sheets and Profit & Loss Statements
- Reconcile bank accounts, credit card statements, and other financial records
- Work closely with our accounting team to provide exceptional client service
- Provide support for Income Tax Preparation processes
What We're Looking For
- Minimum of 2 years of payroll processing experience
- Experience with QuickBooks
- Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple client accounts and deadlines
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
Bonus Qualifications (Not Required)
- Experience preparing individual and/or business tax returns
- Familiarity with payroll tax compliance and tax preparation software
Why Join West Coast CPA Group?
We're a locally owned CPA firm based in Holland, Michigan, serving individuals and small to mid-sized businesses throughout West Michigan and beyond. Our team values professionalism, collaboration, flexibility, and providing outstanding service to our clients. If you're looking for a position where your work is appreciated and your schedule offers flexibility, we'd love to hear from you!
Come grow with a firm that values both its clients and its team members.