Staff Accountant - A&A

$56,000 - $63,000/Yr

Daniells Phillips Vaughan&Bock - Bakersfield, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Bakersfield, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

At Daniells Phillips Vaughan & Bock, we are driven by our ability to serve our community and our employees. We are a forward-thinking multi-disciplinary accounting, audit, tax, and advisory firm serving the needs of individuals, businesses, not-for-profit entities, and government. We are dedicated to providing an environment that offers growth, stability and advancement opportunities, in a team member driven culture where contributions are recognized and rewarded. We have everything you need for a dynamic career! We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join our growing Accounting & Auditing team!

Responsibilities

• Understanding the needs and expectations of our clients, in regard to their business and industry, and accounting and control systems
• Performing substantive tests and tests of internal controls to identify and resolve accounting or reporting issues
• Analytical review of reports and confidential client information
• Preparation of financial statements
• Attend training courses assigned by the Firm and work with Performance Coach to build continuing education plan
• Begin personal professional development program to continuously improve technical and interpersonal skills
• Begin using Firm resources to find answers to issues encountered in tax compliance and other engagements
• Take initiative to assist others in completing assignments whenever possible
• Seek out feedback and view it as an opportunity to learn

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required. Degree in Accounting, Finance, or other financial areas preferred
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.)
• Strong verbal, written communication, and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently on tasks and projects; while also collaborating with peers in a team-oriented environment
• Motivated to work in a fast-paced environment
• Working toward the successful completion of the CPA exam (or plans to start soon after employment)

Benefits

• Competitive wage and benefits package
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) employer match
• CPA review course, license application, and testing fees reimbursement
• CPA exam testing paid time off
• Career Development Program
• Overtime Pay
• Paid professional license renewals and continuing education courses
• Master's in Taxation tuition reimbursement
• Wellness programs and all workstations have a sit/stand option
• 'Dress for Your Day' policy
• Busy season socials and activities