Our entry level candidates should know that we don’t narrowly define their roles. You will be taught and exposed to the widest scope of work. By being exposed to all types of entrepreneurs, by learning all aspects of the profession, and by maintaining direct client interaction, you will start your career with the view of a business advisor and not just a numbers cruncher.

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform diversified accounting, auditing and tax assignments under the direction of a senior, supervisor, manager or partner, at all times working to meet time constraints and client deadlines
• Prepare and index electronic work papers; perform various procedures established under generally accepted auditing standards to verify accuracy and validity of clients’ financial matters and their compliance with generally accepted accounting principals
• Record transactions in ledgers, prepare trial balances and financial statements
• Reconcile to control accounts
• Perform schedule computations of accruals, property and equipment, depreciation
• Perform audit and accounting procedures as assigned by supervisors
• Prepare payroll tax, personal property tax and simple income tax returns
• Assist in proofing financial statements and other documents
• Prepare schedules, account analyses, footings, workpapers and projects as requested
• Prepare other reports, projects and duties as assigned
• May be required to perform all phases of an engagement including report writing and tax return preparation
• Acts as a liaison between client and SC team members to provide job status, issues, and potential problems in order to come to suggested solutions and complete the engagement in accordance with the client’s expectations and SC’s commitmen
• Participate in Firm’s business development efforts, including:
  • providing outstanding and timely service to clients;
  • identifying and making partners aware of potential expanded services we can provide to clients

Qualifications of the Staff Accountant:

Bachelors’ degree in accounting, or with sufficient course work to sit for the CPA exam; proficiency in the use of computers and computer accounting, financial and tax software programs (training provided).

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics:

• Well-rounded knowledge of accounting principles and income taxes
• Creative problem solving skil
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing
• Ability to work well within diverse work situations and with a wide variety of professionals in a high-stress environmen
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Shows high degree of professionalism towards team members and clien
• Reliable – accepts responsibility, meets commitments without excessive follow-up, consistently accurate in presenting information.
• Ability to prioritize responsibiliti
• Dependability and adaptability to changing circumstances and deadlines require
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe and other document management and tax- specific software (training provided).

What may surprise you about Snyder Cohn:

At Snyder Cohn, our associates are far more than a number. We don’t expect everyone to look a certain way, work the same schedule or be interested in a “one size fits all” career path. We don’t push everyone to conform to a rigid structure and we value you as an individual.

Working here, you simply have more control over your life than you would at larger public accounting firms. Our sophisticated document management system frees you to be productive working on your own schedule, from virtually anywhere. After tax season, you can anticipate a fairly regular 40-hour week except when other critical deadlines occur.

At Snyder Cohn, you matter–but not just to us; you matter to our clients. Most of our long-standing clients are closely held private companies, so over the years of working with them, you will really get to know them. You will learn about their dreams and their families and they will take a similar interest in you.

Because we retain our clients a long time, no matter what area you specialize in, you will enjoy working with the same clients regularly. Over the years, their needs will evolve, and your role may change, but the bonds of trust that you forge will only grow stronger, and your relationships deeper.  You will earn the  role of trusted advisor – you become their “wingman.” Many of our associates report that their long-lasting client relationships are one of the most satisfying aspects of working with Snyder Cohn.