CAAS Accountant (CPA Firm)

Councilor, Buchanan & Mitchell, P.C. (CBM), an accounting and business advisory firm that serves clients throughout Washington, DC, Baltimore, and the Mid-Atlantic region, is currently seeking a dedicated client accounting and advisory services professional with at least 4 years of public accounting experience to help our clients in the automotive, non-profit, and real estate industries.

Remote work / flexible schedule is available.

Essential Functions

• Be responsible for the accuracy and timeliness of monthly financial statements, including account analysis, financial reporting, and variance analysis
• Assist with client accounts payable and accounts receivable activities
• Maintain general accounting systems to provide records of assets, liabilities, and other financial transactions
• Research, analyze, and document general accounting matters
• Conduct general ledger operations, including processing, monitoring, and tracking general ledger transactions as well as preparing and posting journal entries
• Process payroll and related monthly, quarterly, and annual returns
• Prepare basic federal corporate (C and S) returns, partnership returns, and individual income tax returns
• Prepare book and tax depreciation schedules, including proper classification of assets
• Perform other accounting and tax duties as needed in engagements and as assigned by supervisory personnel
• Contribute to team effort to achieve optimal customer satisfaction
• Work with varying levels of personnel and management, both inside and outside the accounting department, to ensure appropriate analysis of issues and conclusion of accounting matters
• Support monitoring and validation efforts for internal controls and adherence to US GAAP
• Provide hands-on support for varying projects

Other Functions

• Possess time management and organizational skills
• Demonstrate industry expertise
• Assist with recruitment and training of other CAAS personnel
• Develop an entrepreneurial approach to client service and develop good working relationships with client personnel
• Maintain contacts with peers, develop a network of business contacts, meet with prospective clients, and cultivate referrals
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

• At least 4 years of recent relevant public accounting, tax, or review experience OR at least 4 years of experience as an accountant with experience in audits, financial reports, and moderate to complex month end closings
• Strong knowledge of overall financial and internal controls to support a GAAP compliant environment
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or another related program
• Advanced degree (generally a law degree or a master's in taxation or finance) is strongly desired
• CPA certification is strongly desired
• Proficiency in the use of computers and accounting software programs (QuickBooks Online, CCH Suite, etc.) OR be a quick learner of new software
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple client engagements and prioritize work
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Customer service oriented
• Must be a team player and willing to work in a dynamic environment

About CBM

At CBM, it is our goal to hire talented, energetic people who are enthusiastic about what they do. We offer a mentorship program to encourage individuals to grow professionally and develop in their careers. CBM offers today's accounting professionals opportunities for advancement in a fast-paced environment that allows for both professional success and work-life balance.

CBM offers a diverse, flexible work environment, and we are proud to offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, growth opportunities, and a team-oriented office environment.

**CBM is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to diversity and inclusion**