Accountant

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITES:

1. Preparation of federal, state and local income tax returns for individuals and various types of corporate entities including but not limited to C-Corp, S-Corp, LLC, etc.
2. Tax Compliance (Domestic & International)
3. Support in audits, review and compilation of books of the clients
4. Transaction data entry, account reconciliation, general ledger write-up and journal entry preparation for adjustment of books as required by US GAAP
5. Period-End Close Process Management
6. Preparation of payroll, sales tax, and other miscellaneous business filings as requested.
7. Compilation, Analysis, and Presentation of Financial Statements
8. Reconciliation of Bank Accounts, Credit Lines, & Loan Payments
9. Manage Integrity of Accounting and Transaction Software Systems & Processes
10. Effective workpaper preparation in compliance with firm standards and procedures
11. Research and resolution of accounting and tax issues for clients

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Associates Degree Required and bachelor’s degree in accounting, tax, finance or related field is preferred -- CPA or CPA Candidate is a definite plus!
2. 1 year of relevant experience in a small local public accounting firm: Accounting, business tax returns and/or individual tax returns.
3. Proven history in delivery of quality client service.
4. Excellent computer skills including proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, as well as financial statement and tax preparation software -- experience in QuickBooks and Creative Solutions/UltraTax or other relevant accounting/tax software.
5. Highly effective verbal and written communication skills.
6. Team player with a positive - 'can do' approach.
7. Impeccable integrity and self-motivated.
8. Ability to multi-task and be agile while maintaining attention to detail.
9. Analytical and Passionate About their Work.
10. Daily time tracking through firm billing software and sensitivity to maintenance of an appropriate billable time ratio.
11. Work as an effective team member to complete project components and assigned tasks.
12. A commitment to work extended hours during times of need.

Please send resume with cover letter, and at least three professional references to hr@chugh.com.