Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for an Audit / Tax Senior Accountant to join a public accounting team serving clients in Bath, Maine. This position offers a balanced mix of tax preparation, audit support, and financial statement work across a range of organizations, including businesses, municipalities, schools, and nonprofit entities. The role is well suited for an accounting specialist who enjoys client-facing work, collaboration, and building experience in both assurance and tax services.
Responsibilities:
• Prepare individual and business tax filings accurately and on schedule throughout the year.
• Contribute to audit engagements for clients such as local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations across the Midcoast area.
• Travel to client sites as needed to assist with fieldwork, testing, and documentation during audit assignments.
• Support the preparation and review of financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
• Analyze accounting records and supporting schedules to identify discrepancies, ensure accuracy, and maintain compliance.
• Work closely with senior team members and clients to gather information, clarify financial data, and resolve audit or tax-related questions.
• Apply GAAP principles and firm methodologies when completing audit and tax-related assignments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related discipline that includes core accounting coursework.
• At least 2 years of accounting, audit, or tax experience in public accounting or a similar environment.
• Working knowledge of financial statements and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Experience supporting or participating in audit engagements.
• Familiarity with income tax preparation for individuals and business entities.
• Exposure to governmental or nonprofit accounting environments is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.