Consultant - US Accounting - Advisory

Withum is a place where talent thrives - where who you are matters. It's a place of endless opportunities for growth. A place where entrepreneurial energy plus inclusive teamwork equals exponential results. Withum empowers clients and our professional staff with innovative tools and solutions to address their accounting, tax and overall business management and operational needs. As a US nationally ranked Top 25 firm, we recruit only the best and brightest people with a genuine passion for the business

Under the direction of the Sr. Accounting Specialist or Associate Accounting Manager, the Accounting Specialist provides business accounting services for the firm's Accounting Outsourcing clients, including processing of accounts payable, accounts receivable, maintenance of general ledgers, assist preparation of monthly financial statements, and communicates results to firm associates, in accordance with company policies and procedures.

As a consultant in our Withum India office you will work alongside an integrated team of US and India based accounting professionals. In this position, you will be reporting to the Accounting Seniors and Managers and collaborating with these professionals on various audit engagements.

Withum's brand is a reflection of our people, our culture and our strength. Withum has become synonymous with teamwork and client service excellence. The cornerstone of our success can truly be accredited to the dedicated professionals who work here every day, easy to work with a sense of purpose and caring for their co-workers and whose mission is to help our clients grow and thrive. But our commitment goes beyond our clients as we continue to live the Withum Way, promoting personal and professional growth for all team members, clients, and surrounding communities

How will you spend your time:

- Enter and process client accounting transactions in the appropriate accounting software on a regular and timely basis.
- Monitor the portal for assigned clients on a regular basis to ensure all transactions are processed in a timely manner.
- Perform compilation procedures in accordance with firm and professional standards as directed by engagement leaders.
- Develop technical competency with GAAP and various accounting software systems used to provide the Accounting services.
- Respond to client and firm associate requests in a timely, accurate, positive and professional manner.
- Communicate proactively with other firm associates regarding open items, problems, or other important matters in a timely manner.
- Adhere to prescribed budgets and deadlines.
- Prepare correspondence related to client engagements as appropriate.
- Participate in core CPE programs.
- Develop a familiarity with Withum service offerings with the intent of applying that knowledge towards identifying additional client opportunities.
- Actively participate in community activities to develop positive relationships with community leaders and members.

Requirements:

- A Bachelor's Degree in Commerce or an equivalent combination of education and experience. (Chartered Accountant) CA Inter or article ship would be preferred.
- QuickBooks ProAdvisor certification is preferred but not required at the time of interview and hire (will be required to obtain certification after starting).
- Preferred 2+ years of prior bookkeeping/accounting experience.
- Processing accounting transactions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and preparation of financial statements.
- Prior experience using accounting software packages such as QuickBooks and/or Dynamics GP is preferred but not required.
- Active communicator and a great team player
- Ability to plan, prioritize, and organize work effectively
- Ability to balance many projects simultaneously
- Ability to work under pressure and time deadlines
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to be flexible with scheduling to meet workflow demands
- Ability to present a professional appearance and demeanor
- Ability to maintain client confidentiality, personal objectivity, and professional skepticism

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