Rea · 5 hours ago
Accounting Specialist - Government Services
Wooster, OH
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry, Mid Level
0+ years expRea is a growing Top 100 Accounting firm providing tax, accounting, and business consulting services, with a focus on employee well-being and professional development. They are seeking an Accounting Specialist for their Government Services team, responsible for journal entries, preparing work papers, and developing client relationships.
ConsultingFinancial ServicesLegal
Responsibilities
Apply accounting principles/methodology to enter and review transactions for appropriate treatment
Prepare work papers in clear, concise manner while adhering to deadlines and time budgets
Prepare a trial balance and adjusting journal entries
Review account balances for reasonableness
Complete all steps in an assigned work-papers with appropriate documentation
Follow prior period work-papers to determine level of work to be completed
Identify questions and communicate effectively to appropriate parties, including clients and managers/principals
Answer questions from clients and auditors
Governmental financial statement preparation process (including Cash to GAAP accrual)
Manage and prioritize workload to ensure that deadlines are met
Embrace team environment and adapt processes to firm standards
Become familiar with the firm's policies
Other duties as required
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or G.E.D
0-4 years in relevant position or equivalent combination of education and experience
Prior experience preparing accrual basis financial statements in the government or non-profit sector
Understanding of basic accounting principles/audit
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and ability to learn other software (Web-GAAP, Lease Crunch, QuickBooks, Fixed Asset Solutions, CaseWare Working Papers)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Manage time effectively and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
Ability to learn new processes, software, and accounting concepts quickly
Ability to work independently on tasks and projects, while collaborating with peers in a team-oriented environment
Preferred
Associate's degree preferred
Application of basic accounting practices within the governmental environment preferred
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
'Work From Anywhere' Option
Wellness Resources
Four (4) weeks PTO
Twelve (12) paid holidays, of which three (3) are floating holidays
Company
Rea
At Rea, we're building more than just a business advisory and accounting firm – we're constructing lasting partnerships.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Don McIntosh
Chief Executive Officer
Jeremy Senften, CPA, CGMA
Chief Operating Officer
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