Public Accounting Senior Associate

About the role

WFFA is a relationship-based firm, placing a strong emphasis on client services and relationship-building. Employees at all levels are expected to be problem solvers, creative thinkers, and engaging advisors to their clients. As a small firm, WFFA has created a workplace with a small-business feel, fostering a friendly atmosphere of flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Have full responsibility for small-business clients, including preparing write-ups, closings, and tax returns
• Review clients' books on a monthly/quarterly basis
• Work with clients' controller/CFO to maintain the clients' accounting systems and processes
• Prepare business, fiduciary, and individual tax returns
• Participate in the audit planning and engagement process
• Consistently demonstrate individual initiative and creative thinking
• Work as a team member, understanding personal and team roles
• Identify and address client needs and build and maintain relationships with clients

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of public accounting experience
• Strong technical abilities, including MS Excel
• Experience with CCH's software suite is preferable (including Axcess Tax, Engagement, Document)
• Strong interpersonal skills
• A drive to learn as much as possible

Additional Information

Unlike some larger firms, WFFA does not treat its employees like expendable drones who can be burnt out and replaced. A typical day ranges from 9:00 AM to 5:30/6 PM, and candidates can expect a busy-season that is significantly milder than that of a typical Big-4 employee. It is important to the firm that employees are not forced to sacrifice their personal lives for 1/4 of every year. Employees are a long-term investment, and it is the firm's goal to create and nurture an environment where they can lay out and follow a clear career path as their experience and knowledge-base continues to grow.