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Pereira & Azevedo lists this Senior Staff Accountant opportunity in city of newark, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Senior Accountant
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Passion Works Here.
At Pereira & Azevedo, we are building more than a CPA firm.
We are trusted advisors to growth-minded businesses, helping our clients make smarter decisions, seize opportunities, and build stronger companies. By combining deep financial expertise with innovative technology, we deliver strategic insights that help businesses grow while creating meaningful opportunities for our team members to learn, lead, and make an impact.
We're looking for professionals who are curious, ambitious, and excited about the future of accounting. If you're searching for a place where you can grow your technical skills, work directly with clients, leverage modern technology, and develop into a trusted advisor, we'd love to meet you.
About the Role
The Senior Accountant plays a critical role in delivering exceptional service to our clients while serving as a key contributor to our firm's continued growth.
This position offers exposure to tax, accounting, advisory, and client relationship management. The ideal candidate is technically strong, highly organized, eager to learn, and motivated to grow beyond compliance work into a broader advisory role.
You will work directly with managers, partners, and business owners while gaining valuable experience across multiple industries and client engagements.
What You'll Do
Prepare and review individual, partnership, S corporation, and corporate tax returns
Prepare financial statements and supporting workpapers
Assist clients with accounting, financial reporting, and operational questions
Participate in tax planning and advisory engagements
Analyze financial data and identify opportunities for improvement
Collaborate with managers and partners on client projects and special engagements
Assist in implementing technology solutions and process improvements
Develop strong relationships with clients and become a trusted resource
Stay current on tax laws, accounting standards, and emerging technologies
Who You Are
You embody the Pereira & Azevedo DNA.
Responsibility to Yourself
Accountable
Curious
Adaptable
Growth Minded
Committed to Continuous Learning
Responsibility to Clients
Professional
Organized
Reliable
Responsive
Strong Communicator
Problem Solver
Responsibility to the Firm
Collaborative
Coachable
Team First
Dedicated
Committed to Excellence
Responsibility to Innovation
Technology Forward
Open to Change
Seeks Better Ways to Work
Embraces Automation and Efficiency
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
3-7 years of public accounting experience preferred
Strong tax preparation and accounting skills
Experience preparing financial statements and working with business clients
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Experience with tax and accounting software platforms
CPA license or CPA candidate preferred
Desire to grow into leadership and advisory responsibilities
Why Join Pereira & Azevedo?
Work directly with partners and business owners
Exposure to tax, accounting, advisory, and consulting engagements
Modern technology-driven environment
Continuous learning and professional development opportunities
Clear career advancement path
Collaborative and supportive team culture
Diverse client base across multiple industries
Competitive compensation and benefits
Hybrid work flexibility
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We're looking for future leaders, advisors, and innovators who want to grow with us and help shape the future of our profession.
Worksite address
city of newark, NJ, 07175, US
Who can apply
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