A&A Staff Accountant – Accounting & Auditing

Job Description

A&A Staff Accountant I – Fall 2027 | Century 21 Advantage Gold

The Tone:
This is a role at BST Gallagher Flynn LLP, offering a hybrid work environment. BST Gallagher Flynn LLP is a fully integrated professional services firm that offers an extensive range of services including accounting and assurance, tax compliance and consulting, transaction and management advisory services (TAS), client accounting services (CAS), and HR Consulting. The firm has been recognized nationally and locally as a Best Places to Work for over a decade, fostering a people-focused culture with genuine support and excellent benefits. This Staff Accountant role is critical to the firm’s core operations, responsible for executing the majority of day-to-day fieldwork on client accounting, auditing, and tax engagements. The position is essential for delivering comprehensive professional services, contributing to client success, and maintaining the firm’s high standards of quality and service. It offers a unique opportunity for an early-career professional to grow within a supportive and collaborative environment, with pathways to professional education and CPA certification.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Location: Hybrid

• Mission: Perform the majority of day-to-day fieldwork on accounting and auditing engagements, and certain tax engagements for clients.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Procedure Execution: Work on various audit, review, compilation, or accounting procedures, applying learned principles under direct supervision.
• Financial Statement Preparation: Prepare comprehensive financial statements, ensuring accuracy and adherence to relevant standards.
• Account Reconciliation: Prepare and carefully reconcile account schedules as required, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
• Inventory Observation: Perform thorough year-end inventory observations at client sites to verify physical counts.
• Client Communication: Effectively communicate with clients to gather necessary information or clarify any outstanding accounting or auditing issues.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or another relevant field required. This foundational education provides the necessary knowledge for understanding complex financial concepts and procedures crucial to the role.
• Experience: Entry-level; no specific prior professional experience required beyond educational background. This position is ideal for recent graduates or those early in their accounting careers who are eager to learn and grow within a supportive firm.
• Skills:
1. Proficiency in the use of computers and basic software applications, essential for data entry, analysis, and report generation in modern accounting practices.
2. Above average written and verbal communication skills, crucial for clear and effective interaction with both internal teams and external clients.
3. Ability to perform effectively under time pressure and meet deadlines, demonstrating strong organizational skills and resilience during peak periods.
4. Ability to travel by air and vehicle for client engagements and professional development programs, necessitating possession of own reliable transportation.