Staff Accountant

Overview

At Wipfli, people count.

At Wipfli, our people are core to everything we do—the catalyst behind our ability to create exceptional impact and extraordinary results.

We believe in flexibility. We focus on relationships. We encourage each individual to follow their own path.

People truly matter and they feel it. For those looking to make a difference and find a professional home, Wipfli offers a career-defining opportunity.

This role requires a hybrid work arrangement, you must live within 60 miles of one of our offices listed to be qualified for this role. At Wipfli, hybrid is defined as associates regularly work in a Wipfli office, from home and at client sites. The client sites can vary locally, regionally, or nationally depending on the industry alignment. Note that scheduled meetings at the client and in the office will require in-person attendance.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

Communicate with client and firm associate requests in a timely, accurate, positive and professional manner

Establish and maintain effective client relationships through regular communications, including on-site visits

Adhere to prescribed budgets and deadlines

Develop technical competency and provide assistance to clients

Participate in continuing professional education programs

Serve as a trusted business advisor for clients and associates

Proactively identify improvement opportunities in processes to enhance efficiency, recognize potential issues and/or opportunities in engagements and discuss with engagement leader

Use data analysis skills to discover useful information and patterns to provide support in recommendations

Audit Specific:

Perform audit, review, and compliance testing procedures in accordance with firm and professional standards and as directed by engagement leaders

Communicate with engagement leaders regarding open items, testing problems, or other important matters in a timely manner

Prepare (or review client prepared) financial statements and footnotes, management reports, and other engagement outputs

Develop technical competency with GAAP and accounting procedures, especially related to assigned product line

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Qualifications:

Requires a completed Bachelor Degree in Accounting

Requires 0 - 18 months of job related experience

Above average competency in accounting as demonstrated by college GPA; Minimum 3.2 GPA

CPA eligibility preferred

An accounting internship experience preferred

Preferred coursework in Data Analytics or Big Data

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong computers skills; proficient in Microsoft Office programs such as Excel, Word, etc.

Experience with accounting software is a plus

High level of organization, focus, exceptional attention to detail and strong follow-up skills

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis upon hire. Wipfli will not consider candidates for this position who require sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g., H-1B status)

Additional Details

Wipfli is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All candidates will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identify, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Wipfli is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or participate in our recruiting process, please send us an email at hr@wipfli.com

"Wipfli" is the brand name under which Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC and its respective subsidiary entities provide professional services. Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC (and its respective subsidiary entities) practice in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. Wipfli LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients, and Wipfli Advisory LLC provides tax and business consulting services to its clients. Wipfli Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.

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