2027 Staff Accountant - Petaluma
Novogradac & Company LLP is searching for a Staff Accountant to join their fast-growing firm. The Staff Accountant will complete a variety of tax, audit, and other assignments under close supervision, contributing to the firm's mission of providing high-quality accounting services.
Responsibilities
- Complete tax and/or audit engagements for designated clients as directed by your Supervisor or Manager
- Identify and communicate potential problem areas during engagements
- Conduct business-specific research – gather and analyze data, interpret results, compile reports and make recommendations to principals and partners
- Develop effective client relationships through professionalism and follow-through
- Other duties and projects as assigned
Skills
- Up to 1 year of experience in public accounting or 1-3 years of experience in an internal accounting role and/or appropriate balance of education and work experience
- Exhibit a basic understanding of accounting and tax rules
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Perform work accurately and in a time-efficient manner with strong attention to detail, organization and follow-through
- Ability to work under close supervision and accept constructive feedback, making adjustments as directed
- Ability to work collaboratively and foster a productive, team-oriented environment with both colleagues and clients
- Strong computer skills, including solid skill in the Microsoft Office suite (particularly Word & Excel) and report writing tools
- Maintain a professional demeanor with coworkers and clients
- Adhere to internal Firm deadlines (time entry)
- Ability to contribute ideas and add value to designated team
- Available to work evenings and weekends based on position needs and to travel domestically if required
- Ability to sit for the CPA exam or passed sections of the CPA exam is a plus
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in accounting or finance
Benefits
- Increased number of paid holidays per year
- Competitive salaries with continuous review of market conditions
- Flexible working hours and work arrangements
- Remote and hybrid opportunities
- Strong growth opportunities
- Competitive benefits package
- 401(k) package with firm profit-sharing
- Discretionary annual bonuses for eligible positions & CPA bonus plan
- Strong emphasis on quality work-life integration
- Dress for your day policy
- Resources of a national firm
- Opportunities to engage with our active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), affinity groups, and advance your career within a supportive, inclusive environment
- Medical, dental, vision, paid time off, life/disability insurance, commuter flex accounts
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