CAS Staff Accountant - Frederick Office

As a CAS Staff Accountant, you will play an important role in meeting our clients’ basic accounting and service needs. Our CAS Department comprises individuals with extensive experience and/or education that qualifies them to perform these essential services, including a minimum of one year’s experience with QuickBooks Online, payroll processing, preparation of payroll tax returns, 1099s, bank reconciliations, and full-charge bookkeeping.

Essential Functions of the CAS Staff Accountant include:

• Record transactions in ledgers and prepare trial balances and simple financial statements using computer software programs.
• Post transactions accurately to generate reliable financial statements.
• Prepare bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data.
• Process payroll and handle quarterly and year-end payroll tax filings.
• Prepare necessary documentation for 1099s, sales tax, local tax, and certain personal income tax returns.
  Reconcile accounts to control accounts for accurate financial reporting.
• Perform schedule computations for accruals, property and equipment, and calculate depreciation expenses.
• Assist in proofing financial statements, tax returns, and other documents for quality control.
• Undertake other accounting and tax duties as needed in engagements and as assigned by supervisory personnel.

Other Functions:

• May be responsible for preparing tax returns at the Staff I level.
• May be required to perform all phases of an engagement, including report writing and tax return preparation.
  
• Actively participate in firm marketing and business development initiatives.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

• Frequent same-day travel may be required to work at client offices, attend meetings, and seminars using a personal vehicle.
• Overtime work required throughout the year, with heavy workload from January to April 15th – due to tax season – possibly exceeding 55 hours per week during this period.

Education, Experience and Skills Required:

• Associate’s degree in accounting or similar field and/or extensive experience providing basic accounting services.
• Proficiency in computerized accounting and spreadsheet software programs, specifically QuickBooks Online and Excel.

LSWG offers competitive compensation and benefits package, and we are eager to welcome individuals who are passionate about their careers and seeking a fulfilling path to partnership. Apply today at the following link and become part of a dynamic team that values your growth, supports work-life balance, and positively impacts the community.

LSWG is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.