Staff Accountant – Public Accounting

Job Description

Accounting Intern | MAJOR, MORRISON & DAVID, CPAS

The Tone:
This is an internship at MAJOR, MORRISON & DAVID, CPAS. This firm operates in the critical field of accounting, providing comprehensive financial services to a diverse clientele. This internship offers a foundational experience within a professional CPA environment. The Accounting Intern plays an essential role in supporting the firm’s core operations, gaining practical skills across various accounting functions, and contributing to the accurate and timely delivery of client services.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Not specified
• Location: Not specified
• Mission: This intern will provide comprehensive support for client accounting and assurance services, ensuring accurate financial reporting and contributing to valuable client advisement on financial matters.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Bookkeeping: Perform full-cycle bookkeeping tasks, including recording transactions, maintaining ledgers, and reconciling accounts to ensure accurate financial records.
• Payroll: Process payroll for various clients, ensuring timely and accurate compensation and compliance with relevant regulations.
• Tax Filings: Prepare and submit essential sales tax filings, adhering to deadlines and regulatory requirements.
• Financial Statements: Assist senior staff in the comprehensive preparation of financial statements, providing support for accurate reporting.
• Tax Returns: Support the team in the preparation of a variety of tax returns for individuals and businesses, contributing to compliance efforts.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. Candidates should possess a foundational understanding of accounting principles and practices, typically gained through relevant coursework.
• Experience: No prior specific experience or years are explicitly required for this internship role.
• Skills: Demonstrate a professional demeanor in all interactions, exhibit strong communication skills both written and verbal, maintain strict confidentiality with sensitive client information, possess excellent organizational skills to manage tasks, and showcase the ability to multi-task effectively.