Accounting Associate

ATLAS CPAs & Advisors PLLC•Tucson, AZ

10d•Onsite

About The Position

ATLAS Navigators, LLC is an accounting, tax, and consulting firm looking for someone who fits our culture, vision, work ethic, and team. ATLAS stands for Advisors That Listen And Serve, and our people strive to embody that saying every day. We are a solutions-based firm that keeps a positive space, always. ATLAS seeks to add value to our clients, our people, and our culture, inside and outside of our office walls. If you are looking for a company that will invest, motivate, and inspire you to aim high, ATLAS is it. OVERVIEW We are looking for an experienced, detail-oriented, and motivated Accounting Associate to join our Tucson team. This full-time, onsite position is a great opportunity for a professional seeking to advance their career in public accounting. Working under the guidance of Controllers, Directors, Managers, and CPAs, the Accounting Associate will play a key role in tax preparation, general accounting support, and client service. This position offers hands-on experience in a collaborative environment with a firm committed to long-term career development.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of: Tax Basis Accounting Cash & Accrual GAAP QuickBooks Online and Desktop Microsoft Office Products
Detail-oriented, accurate, and extremely organized.
Project Management.
Strong client service skills.
Excellent oral and written business communication skills with a strong ability to actively listen.
Able to set priorities and skillfully juggle multiple tasks in a fast-paced office.
Able to work as part of a team.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
2–4 years of professional experience in a similar tax/accounting role is preferred.

Nice To Haves

CPA track or active pursuit of CPA certification preferred but not required.
Prior experience in a public accounting firm is a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of accounting functions while demonstrating an understanding of accounting and bookkeeping functions.
Review general ledger accounts and perform reconciliations. Verify accuracy of data and reports, identify and correct errors made by both internal and external personnel (subject to area of work).
Prepare special financial reports as requested by management by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information (subject to area of work).
Payroll and Sales Tax preparation and filing
Prepare month end closings including preparing and posting of adjusting journal entries as needed.
Prepare Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss and other month-end reports as requested for review.
Follow strict guidelines regarding file management and client confidentiality.
Apply new accounting policies when appropriate and ensure compliance with rules and regulations (subject to area of work).
Demonstrate adaptability and flexibility to new ideas and approaches.
Establish and maintain positive and effective work relationships with coworkers, clients, vendors, and members of the public.
Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.
Track and report all required training within firm software.
Understand, follow, and meet budget hours.
Other tasks as assigned.