Staff Accountant

Job Description

Staff Accountants at Christianson complete a wide variety of accounting, auditing, compliance, and tax assignments under the supervision of Senior Accountants, Supervisors, Managers and Partners.

Examples of the Duties

• Compute taxes owed or overpaid, complete entries on forms, follow tax form instructions and tax tables
• Prepare or assist in simple to complex tax returns for individuals or businesses
• Collect and prepare appropriate data for business tax and personal income tax returns.
• Prepare year-end work papers and assist accountants with the year-end procedures.
• General bookkeeping and business consultation by researching and interpreting data.
• Record transactions in ledgers, prepare trial balances and simple financial statements in software
• Reconcile and monitor accuracy of various balance sheet accounts
• Preparation of compiled, reviewed, and audited financial statements and agreed upon procedures report
• Stay current on the tax industry’s always-changing regulations and policies
• Be an active participant in business development and cultivate relationships to strengthen both yourself and the firm
• Perform other duties as assigned by Senior Accountants, Supervisors, Managers, or Partners

Qualifications & Characteristics:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting – educational requirements to sit for the CPA exam are a plus
• A well-rounded knowledge of accounting principles and personal income tax
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with clients and other staff
• Strong in problem solving, analytical skills, and being detail oriented
• Can work independently but also work effectively with a team
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office including but not limited to Outlook, Excel, and Word

Other things we think you should know about the position

• Work mainly in an office setting, with travel (some overnight) to client sites, meetings, and conferences
• Travel will sometimes include manufacturing and agricultural settings with dust and/or odors
• Ability to work more hours during the annual busy season: January through April
• Hours are normally Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. CST

Who We Are
At Christianson, we’re more than just your local accounting and consulting firm. We’re dedicated to getting to know our clients on a deeper level so that we can not only serve their needs today, but also anticipate future needs and design custom solutions to ensure their success. We create clients for life.
Christianson, PLLP, a locally and nationally respected CPA and consulting firm, provides traditional services such as accounting services, auditing, tax, and estate planning to large and small clients across a variety of industries, from agribusiness and manufacturing to biofuels and health care.
Here’s why we think you should work here!
With our varied client base, Christianson provides a challenging and fast-paced work environment with a wide range of opportunities for our employees. There is boundless potential for advancement and further education. We’re proud to be a community-oriented firm and we value staff who understand the importance of giving back to the communities we serve and live in. We are professional, we work hard, but we also like to have fun. We enjoy time together in and out of work with planned socials, contests, and other events.
We Want to See You Succeed
Our firm’s purpose is to Help People Succeed, whether it be our client, our co-workers, or our communities. At Christianson, we take a special interest in pursuing people who have the capacity and desire to help people succeed.
At Christianson, the fuel that drives our best work is collaboration. We’re not just about careers – we’re about opportunities for well-rounded individuals. We strive to give each employee room to grow, as a professional and as a person. 
 
Our experience, expertise, and skills are enriched by the varied landscape of people on our teams and in our communities. We’re dedicated to ensuring everyone at Christianson feels that they belong, that their ideas will be heard and respected, and that their unique perspective is appreciated and honored. Keeping our teammates involved and supported isn’t a one-time act – it’s an ongoing commitment! 
 
Some of the ways we empower our staff include continuing education opportunities; internal councils and committees to drive our wellness, engagement, and DEI efforts; and our annual onsite all-staff retreat we call “Camp Christianson”. 
Perks of working at Christianson

• Personal Time Off
• Holidays
• Flexible Schedule to help with Work/Life Balance
• Health care coverage
• Dental
• Aflac
• Life, Disability, and AD & D Insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Continuing education support, including the cost of training and annual licensing
• CPA exam support
• Employee and Business Development referral programs

Disclaimer: This job description reflects the assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. We are an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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