Senior Accountant

Heffler, Radetich & Saitta LLP, a regional CPA and consulting firm, has an immediate opening for a Senior Accountant in our Philadelphia office Tax and Audit Services Group.

Position Summary

Senior Accountants manage a variety of audit or tax assignments as designated by a Manager. Senior Accountants function with minimal supervision and with a focus on supervising and mentoring Staff, independent problem solving, strengthening client relationships, and increasing team profitability.

Position Responsibilities

• Complete audit or tax projects for designated clients as directed with minimal oversight by Managers
• Conduct thorough engagement reviews
• Accept increasing responsibility for engagement management
• Recognize potential problem areas during engagements and propose effective solutions
• Conduct business specific research – gather and analyze data, interpret results, compile reports, and make recommendations
• Develop, strengthen, and maintain effective client relationships through professionalism, responsiveness, and service-oriented approach
• Enhance skills in the industries the Firm services by seeking out and completing appropriate training
• Increase the team’s profitability by managing your time and Staff time efficiently, contributing ideas, and adding value
• Supervise and mentor Staff Accountants
• Other duties and projects as assigned
• If not already obtained, work toward obtaining a CPA license

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Exhibit a strong understanding of accounting and tax rules
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrate a level of intellectual curiosity
• Perform work accurately and in a time efficient manner, with strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational and follow-through skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize a fast-paced and varied workload, effectively manage a variety of concurrent and shifting priorities
• Ability to accept constructive feedback from management and adjust as directed
• Ability to work collaboratively and foster a productive, team-oriented environment
• Strong computer skills, including solid skill in the Microsoft Office suite (particularly Excel) and report writing tools
• Maintain a professional demeanor with co-workers and clients
• Ability to meet internal Firm deadlines (time entry, billing, etc.)
• Available to work evenings and weekends based on position needs, and to travel domestically if required

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting (advanced degree is a plus) and 3-5 years’ experience in public accounting (Big 4 experience is a plus), and/or appropriate balance of education and work experience. Ability to sit for the CPA exam or passed one or more sections of the CPA (CPA license is a plus).