Staff Accountant - Audit

TL;DR

Staff Accountant - Audit: Prepares and reviews financial statements, tax returns, and other client deliverables ensuring accuracy, compliance, and adherence to professional standards. Focus on assisting in planning and executing financial audits, analyzing records for GAAP compliance, communicating with clients, and collaborating with team to meet deadlines.

Location: Onsite in Syracuse, NY; Ithaca, NY; Rochester, NY; Watertown, NY. Minimal travel required.

Salary: $60K – $65K

Company

Professional services firm providing accounting, audit, tax, and advisory services through Bowers & Company CPAs and Bowers Advisors.

What you will do

• Assist in planning and executing financial statement audits and related engagements.
• Analyze financial records and ensure compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards.
• Communicate with clients to gather information and resolve audit questions.
• Collaborate with team members to deliver high-quality service and meet deadlines.
• Manage client relationships, mentor junior staff, and contribute to process improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or relevant field
• Actively pursuing or licensed as CPA in New York State
• 0–2 years of public accounting or relevant audit experience
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Willingness to learn, grow, mentor, and be mentored

Culture & Benefits

• Work in an alternative practice structure adhering to professional standards
• Opportunity to deliver high-quality accounting, audit, or advisory services
• Minimal travel required