Accounting Associate- Government Services (GAAP Team)

Rea is a growing Top 100 Accounting firm providing our clients services in tax, accounting, and business consulting. Here at Rea, we have a 'People First' culture, and we focus on our employees' well-being and professional development. With over 400 professionals and locations throughout Ohio, our firm has a culture that respects work-life balance. We also provide competitive compensation and a robust benefits plan.

We are currently seeking a Staff Accountant to work in the Medina, New Philadelphia, or Millersburg, Ohio office locations. This is an outstanding opportunity to help us continue with our strategic initiatives. This position works closely with and will be supervised by our Government Team Managers.

This position will perform routine accounting activities such as financial statement preparation, including calculating accrual balances and other necessary functions within the government segment.

Responsibilities include

Apply accounting principles/methodology to enter and review transactions for appropriate treatment

Reconcile accounts and research discrepancies

Prepare journal entries

Review account balances for accuracy and reasonableness

Follow prior period work-papers to determine level of work to be completed

Answer questions from clients or team members on how to use software/programs

Become familiar with the firm’s policies

Obtain a general understanding of governmental accounting standards.

Prepare work papers in clear, concise manner while adhering to deadlines and time

Conduct industry specific research as needed and communicate results to supervisors.

Interact with all client personnel and co-workers in an intelligent and professional manner

Progress professionally by working toward passing the CPA exam.

Possess skills necessary to develop quality client relationships

Other duties as required

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related degree and CPA exam eligible is preferred

Familiar with standard accounting concepts, practices, methodology and procedures as well as developing/posting journal entries

Good communication (verbal and written), organization, and analytical skills are a must

Ability to work independently on tasks and projects; while also collaborating with peers in a team-oriented environment

Ability to work under time constraints and meet deadlines

Knowledge of general accounting concepts

Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications with advanced skills in Word and Excel required

Able to independently identify issues relating to accounting matters.

Strong attention to detail and reviews own work to ensure it is complete

Benefits

Rea offers a wide variety of benefits to help support our employees' health, wellness and financial goals.

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k)

• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development

Wellness Resources

Four (4) weeks PTO

Twelve (12) paid holidays, of which three (3) are floating holidays

Rea is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including without limitation pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), age, ancestry, military status, national origin, genetic information, disability or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of the employment relationship, including but not limited to hiring, transfers, promotions, training, terminations, working conditions, compensation, benefits, and other terms, conditions or privileges of employment, or any matter directly or indirectly related to employment.

Rea does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies without pre-approval from Rea’s Talent team. Pre-approval is required before any external candidate can be submitted. Rea will not be responsible for fees related to unsolicited resumes and for candidates who are sent directly to our hiring managers.

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As a member of the Rea team, you are more than a number cruncher. You genuinely make a difference in the lives of the clients we serve every day. Whether you are passionate about accounting, assurance, and taxes; or you are looking to provide consulting expertise in the areas of cybersecurity, wealth, or valuations; we’ve got your career trajectory covered.

People come first at Rea, and we are passionate about providing our people the tools needed to identify and develop your key strengths as you embark on the journey of a lifetime in the professional services industry. Are you ready to pursue a meaningful career at Rea?

We are looking for talented, ambitious, enthusiastic professionals to join our rapidly growing team of professionals in a variety of capacities – and each team member has an important role to play.