Staff Accountant

Moore Beauston & Woodham LLC CPAs is a public accounting firm offering tax, accounting, and advisory services in a supportive, technology-forward environment. The Staff Accountant will prepare tax returns, support financial statement and advisory work, perform bookkeeping and reconciliations, collaborate with clients and senior professionals, and develop technical skills through mentorship and ongoing learning.

What you'll do:

• Tax Preparation & Compliance: Prepare individual, corporate, partnership, and fiduciary tax returns while ensuring accuracy and compliance with firm and regulatory standards
• Accounting & Advisory Support: Assist with financial statement preparation and provide accounting and business consulting support for a variety of clients
• Bookkeeping & Financial Reporting: Perform bookkeeping functions, account reconciliations, and journal entries to maintain accurate financial records
• Client Collaboration: Communicate professionally with clients to obtain documentation, answer questions, and provide exceptional client service
• Engagement Support: Collaborate with senior staff, managers, and partners to complete engagements efficiently while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality standards
• Technology & Process Improvement: Utilize QuickBooks, firm software, and emerging technologies to improve efficiency, accuracy, and workflow
• Professional Development: Continuously expand your technical knowledge through mentorship, hands-on experience, and ongoing learning opportunities

What they're looking for:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
• Technical Foundation: Strong understanding of accounting principles with experience preparing tax returns and financial statements
• Technology Skills: Experience with QuickBooks and client bookkeeping preferred; proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues
• Organization & Accuracy: Exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational and time-management skills in a deadline-driven environment
• Growth Mindset: Eager to learn, embrace new technologies, and continuously develop professionally within a collaborative team environment
• Certification: Active CPA candidate or CPA license (Preferred)
• Experience: 1–2 years of public accounting experience preferred, with exposure to tax preparation and accounting services

Benefits:

• Summer Fridays off
• Firm-wide MBW Bingo, seasonal team-building events, and collaborative firm traditions
• Inner-office wellness initiatives
• Ongoing mentorship
• CPA support
• Investment in technical expertise and professional development
• Competitive 401(k) matching
• Full Health, Life, AD&D, and Disability insurance
• Dental, Vision, FSA/Dependent Care, and Critical Illness coverage
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)