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Job description
Benefits:
n401(k)
nDental insurance
nHealth insurance
nPaid time off
nTraining & development
nVision insurance
nSenior Accountant
nAbout the Role
nThe Senior Accountant takes on greater ownership of client engagements and complex accounting work, reviewing the work of Staff Accountants while managing their own workload across accounting, audit, and tax assignments. This position combines hands-on technical work with mentorship, serving as a key point of contact for clients and a resource for less experienced team members, with a clear path toward Manager as you continue to build your technical and leadership skills.
nKey Responsibilities
nPlan, execute, and lead audit, review, and compilation engagements
nReview journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger work prepared by Staff Accountants
nPrepare and review complex individual and business tax returns
nResearch and apply technical accounting and tax guidance to client-specific issues
nManage multiple client engagements simultaneously, including budgets and deadlines
nSupervise, train, and mentor Staff Accountants and interns
nIdentify and help maintain internal controls, flagging risk areas for clients
nServe as a primary point of contact for assigned clients, building and maintaining strong relationships
nCommunicate engagement status, findings, and recommendations to Managers and Partners
nQualifications
nBachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting
n3–6 years of relevant public accounting experience in audit and/or tax
nCPA license, or actively pursuing CPA certification with progress toward completion
nDemonstrated ability to review the work of others and provide constructive feedback
nStrong technical accounting knowledge (GAAP) and familiarity with relevant tax code
nExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with client-facing experience
nWorking knowledge of accounting and tax software (e.g., QuickBooks, Microsoft Office; exposure to Thomson Reuters accounting suite/UltraTax is a plus)
nStrong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple engagements and deadlines
nWillingness to travel to client locations within Western New York, as needed
nPreferred
nActive CPA license
nPrior experience supervising or mentoring staff-level accountants
nIndustry experience in manufacturing, healthcare, real estate, or nonprofit clients
nWhat We Offer
nCompetitive Salary
nCPA Exam Materials & Licensing Support
nHealth, dental, and vision insurance
nCompany matched 401(k) Plan
nVacation Pay, Sick Pay and Paid Holidays
nFlexible scheduling options, with half day Fridays during the summer
nVoluntary Benefits – Accident, Critical Illness, Disability, Cancer, and Life Insurance
nCollaborative, team-oriented culture with mentorship opportunities
Who can apply
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