Staff Accountant

Job Description

Staff Accountant | Cheng & Weng, P.C.

The Tone:
This is a full-time, on-site role at Cheng & Weng, P.C., located in Phoenix, AZ. Cheng & Weng, P.C. is a full-service certified public accounting and business consulting firm that provides a broad range of accounting, tax, and advisory services to individuals and businesses. The firm supports clients with accurate financial reporting, strategic tax planning, and operational guidance. This role is crucial for ensuring client compliance and improving financial performance within a professional environment where accounting professionals can develop their skills.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Phoenix, AZ

• Team: Reports to senior team members.
• Mission: This role ensures accurate daily accounting activities and supports clients in meeting compliance requirements and improving financial performance.
• Tech Stack: QuickBooks (or similar), Excel, Microsoft Office applications

What You’ll Actually Do
• Day-to-Day Accounting: Perform daily accounting activities for clients, ensuring operations run smoothly and accurately.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare journal entries, maintain general ledgers, and assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Account Reconciliation: Reconcile various accounts and contribute to the preparation of accurate financial statements.
• Tax Support: Assist with tax return workflows for individuals and businesses under the supervision of senior team members.
• Client & Process Support: Respond to client inquiries, gather and analyze financial data, and support process improvements and documentation within the firm.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s Degree; Entry-Level; Foundational knowledge of accounting principles and practices, including general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Experience: Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks or similar platforms, along with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.
• Skills: Ability to analyze financial data and present findings clearly; effective written and verbal communication for collaborating with colleagues and clients; high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills to manage tasks and meet deadlines.
• Bonus: Progress toward CPA licensure or interest in obtaining CPA certification; knowledge of tax concepts and compliance processes for individuals and businesses; prior internship or work experience in public accounting or a corporate accounting environment.