Provides accounting, bookkeeping, payroll tax, tax preparation, financial reporting, client advisory, and controller support services. Responsibilities include journal entries, reconciliations, financial statements, payroll filings, tax returns, software implementation and training, client relationship management, and mentoring junior team members. The role requires strong accounting knowledge, analytical ability, communication skills, advanced Excel and Word proficiency, and the ability to manage multiple client priorities.
Your Passion. Your Purpose.
If you’re here, you’re looking for something more. More opportunity, more impact, more purpose. At Rehmann, each and every one of our associates plays a pivotal role in the Firm’s success. When you join our team, you can count on exceptional support, encouragement, and guidance from your colleagues and from leadership.
No matter where you want to go in your career, Rehmann can help you get there. Whether you’re in the early stages of your professional journey or you’re further down your path, we’re focused on helping you achieve your goals – whatever they may be. When you join Rehmann, you are part of a culture that Puts People First and aims to help everyone reach their fullest potential. Let us show you all the ways we can Empower Your Purpose.
To learn more about Rehmann, visit: https://www.rehmann.com/careers/
Job Description:
How You’ll Make an Impact:
Accounting & Bookkeeping Services
- Prepare and post journal entries, including complex transactions.
- Reconcile bank accounts and other balance sheet accounts.
- Prepare compiled financial statements and customized client reports.
- Maintain fixed asset schedules, including depreciation and amortization.
- Review financial information for completeness, accuracy, and compliance.
- Assist with year-end accounting activities and financial reporting.
Payroll & Tax Support
- Prepare and submit payroll tax filings and payment vouchers.
- Research payroll tax requirements and registrations across jurisdictions.
- Respond to payroll tax notices and correspondence from taxing authorities.
- Prepare individual, partnership, S-corporation, and corporate tax returns of moderate complexity.
- Assist with tax planning and tax liability projections.
- Identify tax-saving opportunities and communicate recommendations.
Client Advisory & Controller Services
- Serve as a primary contact for assigned accounting, payroll, and tax clients.
- Review trial balances, income statements, and balance sheets.
- Prepare adjusting and reclassification journal entries.
- Review account reconciliations, loan activity, and fixed asset transactions.
- Help clients address accounting, tax, and operational challenges.
- Build strong relationships with business owners, managers, and stakeholders.
Systems & Process Support
- Maintain and support client accounting software systems.
- Assist with software implementation, upgrades, and troubleshooting.
- Train client personnel on accounting and payroll software usage.
- Establish and maintain charts of accounts.
- Update and verify vendor and customer records.
Team Leadership & Development
- Mentor and support less experienced accounting team members.
- Assist with training and onboarding activities.
- Promote a positive, collaborative, and professional team environment.
Your Desired Skills, Experiences and Education
- Associate's degree in Accounting or a related field required.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles, bookkeeping practices, and financial reporting.
- Experience preparing financial statements, reconciliations, and journal entries.
- Knowledge of payroll processing and payroll tax compliance.
- Proficiency with accounting and payroll software applications.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines and client expectations.
- Ability to analyze financial statements and identify potential issues.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to explain technical financial concepts to non-financial audiences.
- High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
We Put People First in all that we do. Our associates are our greatest assets and we provide programs and benefits that encourage growth and development and align with their needs and goals. This includes benefits focused on physical and mental health, paid time off for volunteering and diversity-related activities, flexible work arrangements, and more.
When you join Rehmann, you become part of a firm dedicated to helping Empower Your Purpose, whatever it may be.
Rehmann is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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