Job Description
WithumSmith+Brown, P.C., is a forward-thinking,
technology-driven advisory and accounting firm, helping clients to Be in a
Position of StrengthSM in today’s modern business landscape. Withum empowers clients and our professional
staff with innovative tools and solutions to address their accounting, tax and
overall business management and operational needs. As a US nationally ranked
Top 25 firm, Withum is a place where talent thrives. We recruit only the best
and brightest people, with a genuine passion for the business.
Under the direction of the Sr. Accounting Specialist or
Associate Accounting Manager, the Accounting Specialist provides business
accounting services for the firm’s Accounting Outsourcing clients, including
processing of accounts payable, accounts receivable, maintenance of general
ledgers, assist preparation of monthly financial statements, and communicates
results to firm associates, in accordance with company policies and procedures.
As a consultant in our Withum India office you will work
alongside an integrated team of US and India based accounting professionals. In
this position, you will be reporting to the Accounting Seniors and Managers and
collaborating with these professionals on various audit engagements.
Withum’s brand is a reflection of our people, our culture
and our strength. Withum has become synonymous with teamwork and client service
excellence. The cornerstone of our success can truly be accredited to the
dedicated professionals who work here every day, easy to work with a sense of
purpose and caring for their co-workers and whose mission is to help our
clients grow and thrive – to be in a position of strength. But our commitment
goes beyond our clients as we continue to live the Withum Way, promoting personal
and professional growth for all team members, clients, and surrounding
communities.
How will you spend your time:
• Enter and process client accounting transactions in the appropriate accounting software
on a regular and timely basis.
• Monitor the portal for assigned clients on a regular basis to ensure all transactions are
processed in a timely manner.
• Perform compilation procedures in accordance with firm and professional standards as
directed by engagement leaders.
• Develop technical competency with GAAP and various accounting software systems
used to provide the Accounting services.
• Respond to client and firm associate requests in a timely, accurate, positive and
professional manner.
• Communicate proactively with other firm associates regarding open items, problems, or
other important matters in a timely manner.
• Adhere to prescribed budgets and deadlines.
Additional Responsibilities:
• Prepare correspondence related to client engagements as appropriate.
• Participate in core CPE programs.
• Develop a familiarity with Withum service offerings with the intent of applying that
knowledge towards identifying additional client opportunities.
• Actively participate in community activities to develop positive relationships with
community leaders and members.
Requirements
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce or an equivalent combination of education and
experience. (Chartered Accountant) CA Inter or article ship would be preferred.
• QuickBooks ProAdvisor certification is preferred but not required at the time of
interview and hire (will be required to obtain certification after starting).
• Prior bookkeeping/accounting experience is preferred, but not required. However,
requires 2+ years of prior bookkeeping/accounting experience.
• Processing accounting transactions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable,
general ledger, and preparation of financial statements.
• Prior experience using accounting software packages such as QuickBooks and/or
Dynamics GP is preferred but not required.
• Active communicator and a great team player
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and organize work effectively
• Ability to balance many projects simultaneously
• Ability to work under pressure and time deadlines
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to be flexible with scheduling to meet workflow demands
• Ability to present a professional appearance and demeanor
• Ability to maintain client confidentiality, personal objectivity, and professional skepticism
Withum will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or because he or she is a protected veteran.
