Outsourced Accounting and Advisory Services Associate- Tucson

Outsourced Accounting and Advisory Associate

Our SOAR department is growing! We are seeking a proactive and self-motivated Outsourced Accounting and Advisory Associate to work in our Strategic Operations and Advisory Resources team in our Tucson office.

Job Description

The Outsourced Accounting & Advisory Services Associate is responsible for meeting client needs and deadlines. This position works under the management of the SOAR department.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

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• Enters and maintains client accounting records in QuickBooks or other accounting software
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• Reviews general ledgers for potential mis-postings or odd balances and works with assigned reviewer to prepare appropriate adjusting journal entries
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• Researches and corrects account discrepancies
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• Prepares sales and payroll tax returns
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• Prepares 1099s and W-2s
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• Prepares basic financial statements based on prior statements to include income tax basis and preparation reports
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• Works with the responsible client biller for final client decision and handling of accounting issues
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• Effectively prioritizes backlog and client projects to meet deadlines
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• Contributes to firm's mission of providing excellent client service and acts as a technical resource for others in the firm
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• Researches and concludes on simple client accounting issues
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• Performs other accounting services and duties as assigned
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

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• Strong written and verbal communication skills
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• Strong organizational and analytical skills
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• Basic knowledge of general accounting practices to solve issues that may arise over the course of an engagement
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• Basic knowledge of Quickbooks to include activities involving cash receipts and disbursements
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• Knowledge in Construction or Cannabis preferred
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Education and Experience

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• A High School Diploma or GED required
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• Associates degree or higher in Accounting or related field preferred
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• 1 to 2 years of related accounting experience
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Physical Requirement and Work Environment

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• No physical exertion required
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• Required to sit for long periods of time
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• Usual office working conditions
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• 25 - 75% travel for field work
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Schedule

Standard Work Hours- Typical Monday - Friday business week, evenings and weekends as needed, primarily during busy periods