Accountant I for CAASS
The Accountant I provides essential accounting and advisory services to a diverse client base, including businesses, governmental, nonprofit, and Tribal organizations. This entry-level role supports financial reporting, audit preparation, transactional accounting, and client communications while working closely with senior team members to ensure accurate financial information and high-quality client service. The position offers opportunities to develop technical skills in accounting, audit readiness, and client advisory within a collaborative professional environment.
About Careertakes
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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
This is an entry-level Accountant I role supporting the Client Accounting & Advisory Services (CAAS) team for a Confidential Client. You will perform day-to-day accounting and transactional work, assist with financial reporting and audit preparation, and support client-facing engagements. You’ll work with senior accountants, supervisors, and managers to maintain accurate client financial records and to deliver high-quality service.
- Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, cash disbursements, payroll-related accounting, and general ledger tasks
- Prepare and record journal entries and perform account classifications
- Reconcile bank, credit card, balance sheet, and other accounts
- Maintain organized supporting documentation for client transactions and account balances
- Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
- Help prepare financial statements and client deliverables consistent with GAAP and other applicable standards
- Prepare audit support schedules, PBC documentation, confirmations, fixed asset schedules, and lead sheets
- Assist with tax and compliance support, compiling information for regulatory filings as needed
- Provide client communication support and participate in client meetings as appropriate
- Support Tribal and governmental clients where applicable and maintain confidentiality for sensitive information
What Success Looks Like
- Accurate, timely monthly close and reconciliations for assigned clients
- Audit-ready client files with clear, organized PBC schedules and supporting documentation
- Positive client interactions and clear communication of routine issues to supervisors
- Proactive identification of process improvements and consistent incorporation of feedback
- Demonstrated growth in technical accounting and client advisory skills
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field required
- 0–2 years public accounting or related accounting experience (one year preferred)
- Basic knowledge of accounting principles, financial statements, and general ledger accounting
- Proficient with Microsoft Office; ability to learn accounting systems (QuickBooks or similar)
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills; attention to detail
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
- Ability to handle confidential information with sound professional judgment
Preferred Qualifications
- Public accounting audit experience
- Experience with governmental accounting or Tribal entities
- Prior work in client advisory, consulting services, or accounting software implementations
- Experience preparing financial statements and audit support schedules
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Primarily office-based work with computer use most of the day
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 20 lbs.
- Typical schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; additional hours during peak season
- Travel: approximately 10–15% expected
Employment Type & Compensation
- Employment type: Full-time
- Reported/estimated compensation (source): $75,738 per year (estimated)
Legal & Compliance Notes
Careertakes and the Confidential Client follow applicable federal, state, and local laws. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities during the hiring process; please notify us to request assistance.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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