Senior Accountant

Company: Ward, Fisher & Company, LLP
Location: Warwick
Posted on: November 16, 2021

Job Description:

Ward, Fisher & Company, LLP, is one of the oldest practicing public accounting firms in the state of Rhode Island, being founded in the year 1914. Ward Fisher's rich history is due to its reputation of providing high-quality service to all clients throughout all facets of the accounting profession. Ward Fisher offers a wide variety of services to its clients, giving employees the opportunity to achieve expertise in multiple areas within the field. Ward Fisher provides a very accommodating tax season schedule, as well as paid vacation, holidays, and sick days. The firm is currently looking to acquire employees with all levels of experience.

Responsibilities
Preparing detailed reports on audit findings
Drafting financial statements and related notes to the financial statements
Detecting client discrepancies and making appropriate adjusting journal entries to fix such discrepancies
Tax return preparation at both the individual and corporate level
QuickBooks navigation
Establishing and maintaining client relationships

Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
3+ years of accounting experience preferred
CPA preferred, not required
Employee benefit plan audit experience a plus (audits of 401K plans, annuity plans, pension plans, etc.)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (mainly Microsoft Excel)
Proficiency with Intuit QuickBooks
Familiarity with Lacerte Tax Software and Civic Engagement audit software, although easily adaptable
Excellent communication skills

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