Citrin Cooperman is seeking Accounting Staff in our Business Advisory Solutions department for the Class of 2021 in our New York City office. Citrin Cooperman is a leading accounting, tax, and advisory services firm with 17 locations and over 1200 employees. The firm was founded in 1979 by Joel Cooperman and Niles Citrin and today is the 22nd largest accounting and consulting firm in the United States, and 4th among mid-Atlantic firms. Our daily mission is to help our clients “focus on what counts.” We’re driven to meet this mission by our passion for providing clients with an objective viewpoint and insightful advice on whatever challenges they bring to the table.
Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
· Basic understanding of accounting and reporting standards
· Prepare various tax returns (1040s, 1041s, 1065s, 1120s), tax extensions and tax projections
· Assist with the coordination of the day-to-day duties of planning, tax work, and wrap-up
· Perform tax research to resolve issues
· Write up client books with Quickbooks or Excel
· Prepare and assist with compiled financial statements
Position Requirements:
· Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting is required
· Minimum GPA of 3.0 from an accredited college or university
· Professional accounting internships preferred
· Obtain or plan to obtain 150 credit hours for CPA eligibility
· Outstanding analytical, organizational and project management skills
· Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications
· Knowledge of CCH Axcess, Caseware, and GoFileRoom is a plus
· Works cooperatively in teams
· Ability to multi-talk
· Effective written and verbal communication skills required
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.