Entry-Level Entrepreneurial Services Group Accountant (Fall 2027) at RubinBrown LLP in Kansas City, MO

Job description

• As RubinBrown's small business group, the Entrepreneurial Services Group partners with business owners to help improve and grow their businesses. This department serves many clients utilizing a broad knowledge of business, accounting and tax issues. With over 60 years experience of serving emerging entrepreneurial enterprises, these clients are still a key part of RubinBrown’s business.

Responsibilities

• Understand and apply general accounting procedures based on the range of services provided by the Entrepreneurial Services Group
• Plan and execute the day-to-day activities of small business engagements for various clients in accordance with RubinBrown Client Service Standards
• Review client documentation and format for use in preparation of financial statements and tax return preparation
• Maintain client records and files, e.g., general ledger, on automated systems
• Perform attest procedures, including reviews and compilations of financial statements
• Assist with income tax planning for a variety of small businesses and individuals
• Assist in preparation of income tax returns for corporations, partnerships and individuals
• Identify and communicate accounting and tax matters to other engagement team members
• Prepare payroll tax reports and filings
• Prepare 1099 and W-2 forms
• Establish working relationship and direct communication with clients
• Identify performance improvement opportunities to assist the department

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or related degree
• CPA preferred or working toward that certification
• Prior public accounting experience is a plus
• Prior income tax preparation, including partnerships, corporations and individuals is advantageous
• Strong technical skills including the ability to effectively utilize technology and the commitment to learning in a technology environment
• Leadership capabilities
• Strong team orientation
• Energetic, enthusiastic and willingness to take initiative
• Ability to meet challenging client requirements and provide quality client service
• Utilize analytical and research abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word and Excel required).
• Experience with Peachtree and/or QuickBooks is a plus
• Excellent interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills
• Strict adherence to professional ethics
• Ability to successfully contribute to the success of a strategic business unit of the firm

Skills

Required

• Leadership capabilities
• Strong team orientation
• Strict adherence to professional ethics
• Peachtree
• QuickBooks