Accountant

Job Description

Accountant | Northstar cpa

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Northstar CPA, located in Valdosta, GA. Northstar CPA is a professional accounting firm dedicated to providing reliable, high-quality financial and advisory services to individuals and businesses. This role is crucial for ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance, while also offering practical guidance to support clients’ financial health and long-term growth. Working here means collaborating closely with clients and team members in a supportive environment focused on professional development.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Valdosta, GA

• Mission: This person ensures accuracy and compliance in financial reporting, supporting client financial health and decision-making.
• Tech Stack: CS accounting or similar platforms, Microsoft Excel and other spreadsheet applications

What You’ll Actually Do
• Financial Reporting: Prepare and review financial statements, general ledger entries, and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Payroll & Tax Support: Process payroll or payroll-related entries and assist with tax preparation and filings to meet regulatory requirements.
• Data Analysis: Analyze financial data, identify variances, and provide insights to support budgeting and informed decision-making.
• Record Keeping & Inquiries: Maintain organized financial records and respond to client and internal inquiries, providing clear and timely information.
• Collaborative Closing: Collaborate with team members to meet deadlines during month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with strong knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP), financial statement preparation, and general ledger management.
• Experience: Proficiency with accounting software and tools such as CS accounting or similar platforms, along with Microsoft Excel and other spreadsheet applications.
• Skills: Analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy; effective written and verbal communication to clearly explain financial information to clients and colleagues; ability to perform reconciliations, manage accounts, process payroll, and support tax preparation and compliance activities; demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively both independently and within a collaborative team.
• Bonus: CPA licensure or progress toward CPA certification; prior experience in public accounting or a professional services environment.