Senior Accountant
Crete Professionals Alliance
Founded in 2023, Crete Professionals Alliance (Crete PA) delivers big four firepower to local American firms. Our rapid growth has made us a magnet for leading firms nationwide, eager to join our revolution in accounting. We empower small to mid-market firms with PE-backed capital, strategic technology partnerships, and innovative workforce solutions—including national recruiting and offshore support—while preserving a personal, local touch. With a presence in over half the US, 17 regional offices, 900 dedicated professionals, and offshore operations in Asia, we're the fastest-growing accounting firm in the nation and well on our way to the top 20. At Crete PA, our culture and relationships are the cornerstone of our success, and we’re always looking for talented, ambitious people to join our team. Do you have what it takes to keep up?
Our partner firm, Abacus! is hiring!
Position: Senior Accountant
Firm: Abacus!
Offices in: Springfield, Branson and Lee’s Summit MO, Fayetteville and Harrison AR
Role: Full Time
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Job Summary: The Senior Accountant position is accountable for tax, audit or accounting functions of various size and complexity of engagements; with increased client contact, more complex technical challenges, and supervisory responsibilities for the work of lower-level professional staff. This role involves overseeing complex accounting tasks, conducting financial analysis, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Required Qualifications and Skills
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting. Candidates must have an active CPA license or be CPA eligible with plans to take the exam.
Minimum of 3 years public accounting or with a larger corporation
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Well-organized with good time management and multi-tasking skills
Works well in a team environment and ability to maintain positive relationships with work teams and customers/clients
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Strong attention to detail
Preferred experience using Microsoft Office applications, QuickBooks, QuickBooks Online, UltraTax and Advance Flow
Ability to work and think independently
Must be able to develop working knowledge of in-house software packages.
Pass a CJIS background check
Essential Functions:
Financial Reporting: Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and other regulatory requirements. Assist in the preparation of consolidated financial statements.
Accounting Services: Oversee accounting services including bookkeeping and month end close. Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and other accounting transactions.
Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the development of client annual budgets and financial forecasts. Analyze variances between actual and budgeted results, providing explanations and recommendations for corrective actions. Support department managers with financial planning and cost control.
Tax Return Preparation and Compliance: Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts. Ensure compliance with all applicable tax laws and regulations.
Audit Support: Coordinate and support external and internal audit processes. Prepare audit schedules, respond to auditor inquiries, and ensure timely completion of audits. Implement audit recommendations to improve internal controls.
Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement within the accounting function. Lead or participate in initiatives to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency. Implement best practices in financial reporting and internal controls.
Team Leadership: Mentor and provide guidance to junior accounting staff. Review the work of other accountants to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards. Assist in training and development of the accounting team.
The mission and values of our firm set the cultural foundation of the firm. All employees are required to agree with our mission and values and make them a priority during their employment. Our values are Integrity, Client Service Orientation, People Focus, Positive Attitude, and Ownership. Our mission is to create long-lasting relationships with our clients and employees by providing services through mutually profitable partnering alliances and by attracting and retaining the best employees who share our commitment to excellence and our dedication to professionalism. Above all, to glorify God in everything we do.
This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked to perform other assignments and duties. You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the tasks listed in this job description.
About the Firm:
Abacus!, one of the fastest growing firms in the regional area, is wholly dedicated to helping our clients achieve their financial objectives while also allowing our employees to reach their greatest potential. Our team of Abacus Professionals provide a distinctive level of service in tax, audit, accounting, and business consulting. Our passion for our clients and employees is the driving force behind all our work and the reason we are recognized as an entrepreneurial leader.
Your Abacus Experience: You’ll find that things are distinctively different here at Abacus, and we’re proud of it. We center on one key component: people. We foster an environment of growth, trust, and confidence and you’ll see it in daily interactions, hear it regular conversations, and live it as part of our Abacus Culture.
Our Award-Winning Firm: We’re proud to be recognized by local, regional, and national organizations for our distinctive culture, great work environment, and our focus on ethics, quality and economic impact. Abacus’ distinctions include:
Inside Public Accounting’s Top 300 Firm in the U.S. #280 – 2024
An Inside Public Accounting’s Fastest Growing Firm in the U.S. - 2024
Accounting Today’s No. 16 Fastest-Growing Firm in the U.S. – 2024
An Accounting Today’s Top Regional Leader in the Midwest – 2023, 2024
Inside Public Accounting’s Best of the Best Firms – 2023
A Biz 417’s Best Place to Work – 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
An Accounting Today’s Top 100 Best Firms to Work For – 2009, 2010, 2020
2021 Better Business Bureau Torch Award Recipient – highlighting ethics and quality
Finalist for Springfield Business Journal’s Economic Impact Awards – 2021, 2023
Website: AbacusPro.com
This position operates in Central Standard Time (CST) zone to facilitate effective collaboration. We offer flexibility in managing your schedule to maintain a healthy work-life balance while meeting business needs.
We are excited to invite talented individuals to join our dynamic team! This position
offers a competitive base salary rate between $65K – $90K per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
In addition to a rewarding career, we provide a robust benefits package, including:
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with options for fully paid employee
only coverage for health and dental)Company-Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Ancillary Benefits such as supplemental life insurance and short-term
disability optionsClassic Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan with employer contributions
Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and development including
access to Becker and LinkedIn Learning
We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where every team member can thrive. Apply today to be part of a company that values its people and their contributions!
Crete Professionals Alliance is an equal opportunity employer, considering all applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state of federal law.
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