Staff Accountant

Rhodes, Young, Black & Duncan, CPA is looking for a Staff Tax Accountant to join our team in Duluth.

Candidate will be responsible for preparing monthly financial statements for clients and preparing complex individual and/or business tax returns. Have some experience in small business bookkeeping, accounting & income tax preparation for individuals as well as all entity type returns (Forms 1040, 1065, 1120, 1120S, 990, 706 & 709)

Do you value working in a true team environment, mentoring from senior managers/partners, having a professional growth plan, learning practice development tips at an award-winning firm committed to stellar client service and work-life quality? If so, the opportunity you have been waiting and preparing for is with Rhodes, Young Black & Duncan (RYBD). When you work here, we treat you like family. Located in Duluth, this area is known for its quality of life, a great place to raise a family, enjoy the local dining scene at the growing number of foodie restaurants, and bask in the mild weather.

Why Choose RYBD:

• Challenging work with a talented team of professionals, in a fun, collaborative environment
• Professional growth and development with an opportunity to lead and mentor or coach others
• High level of responsibility, challenge and professional reward
• Work-life quality with competitive pay and benefits package
• Stones throw away from Infinite Energy Area
• Easy access to I-85 and/or 316
• Virtual work environment may be available.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare federal and state tax returns for individuals and various business entity types
• Prepare and understand financial statements
• Assistance in research and analysis of accounting and tax issues
• Month/Quarter end close; calculate, review and process journal entries and balance sheet/account reconciliation
• Reconcile bank and credit card statements, accounts receivable, accounts payable and loan accounts
• Maintain fixed assets and record depreciation
• Payroll processing and sales tax filing
• Embrace technology to create efficiencies
• Identify and communicate potential problem areas during engagements
• Conduct business specific research – gather and analyze data, interpret results, compile reports and make recommendations to managers and partners
• Develop effective client relationships through professionalism and follow-through
• Other duties and projects assigned

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years’ general accounting experience, preferable public
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• Exhibit basic understanding of accounting and tax rules
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills
• Advanced MS Excel skills including V-lookups and pivot tables
• Experience with UltraTax, Advanceflow and Go-file Room a plus
• Experience with QuickBooks and QuickBooks Online
• Experience with QuickBooks Client set-up including Chart of Accounts and some clean-up
• Experience with QuickBooks conversion from desktop to on-line
• Experience with Adobe Acrobat and MS Office Suite
• Payroll experience
• Perform work accurately and in a time efficient manner, with strong attention to detail, organization and follow through
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to accept constructive feedback, making adjustments as directed
• Ability to work collaboratively and foster a productive, team-oriented environment with both colleagues and clients
• Must possess excellent communication skills and be comfortable with client contact
• Adhere to internal Firm deadlines (time entry)
• Able to contribute ideas and add value to team
• Pursuing CPA license – ability to sit for CPA exam or passed sections of the CPA exam a plus

Who we are:

At RYBD, we are a combination of smarts and heart. We place people first, getting to know the people behind the numbers. Our rally cry is Better Today – Great Tomorrow. We want you to ask yourself every day – Do you love working here and do people love working with you? Founded in 1957, we are a full-service firm offering a wide variety of tax, audit, business advising and accounting services to individuals and businesses throughout Georgia. We’ve been named the Best Accounting Firm by Best of Gwinnett for over twelve years. Our team has a wide range of industry experience including small businesses, nonprofit organizations, health care, construction, real estate, financial institutions, manufacturing and wholesale/distribution.

Benefits:

• 401(k) or ROTH Contributions
• Health Insurance, life & disability insurance options
• Paid time off – 160 hours yearly
• Paid Holidays

Interested parties should send a resume and cover letter to [email protected]