Staff Accountant

Job Description

2027 Staff Accountant | Novogradac

The Tone:
This is a Staff Accountant role at Novogradac, a national certified public accounting and consulting firm with over 25 offices. The firm is a recognized leader in real estate and community development, providing audit, tax, valuation, and consulting services, particularly in affordable housing, community development, historic preservation, and renewable energy. This position is vital for completing essential tax, audit, and other financial assignments, directly supporting the firm’s diverse client engagements. The role offers the chance to contribute to an inclusive and innovative environment where personal and professional growth is encouraged.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid, Remote Options Available
• Pay: $66500–$71500 yearly
• Mission: This role supports the firm’s growth by completing essential tax, audit, and other financial assignments for clients under supervision.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office suite (Word & Excel), report writing tools

What You’ll Actually Do
• Engagements: Complete designated client tax and/or audit engagements as directed by supervisors or managers.
• Problem Identification: Identify and communicate potential problem areas during client engagements.
• Research & Reporting: Conduct business-specific research, gather and analyze data, interpret results, compile reports, and make recommendations to principals and partners.
• Client Relationships: Develop effective client relationships through professionalism and consistent follow-through.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-level professional with a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in accounting or finance.
• Experience: Up to 1 year in public accounting or 1-3 years in an internal accounting role, or an equivalent balance of education and work experience.
• Skills: Basic understanding of accounting and tax rules, excellent verbal and written communication, strong attention to detail and organization, proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word & Excel), and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Bonus: Ability to sit for the CPA exam or having passed sections of the CPA exam is a plus.