Job Title: Accounting Associate
Reports to: Accounting Managers & Tax Partner
Contract Type: Full-Time
Working Location: Hybrid – Charlotte, NC
WHO WE ARE
Sharpe Patel PLLC is a full-service accounting firm that provides audits, reviews, compilations, bookkeeping, tax, and advisory services for a variety of clients. We are a small team with room to continue growing while creating a collaborative culture that supports each staff in their personal growth in the industry. Our firm is dedicated to providing superior solutions by gaining an understanding of each client's business and providing personalized services to fit their every need.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
Sharpe Patel PLLC is looking for a bright and eager candidate seeking a full-time position in accounting in our Charlotte office. This position would work directly with our tax department. The tax team serves a variety of clients in many industries including nonprofits, medical practices, law firms, construction, entertainment, manufacturing, and more.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES
· Maintain multiple clients’ QuickBooks files on monthly, quarterly, and semi-annual basis
· Monthly and year-end closing assistance
· Reconciliations of bank and credit card accounts
· Recording payroll adjustments using outsourced payroll reports
· Analyze general ledger on a periodic basis for misclassifications
· Assist with annual accounting records clean-up for tax preparation
· Learn a thorough knowledge of the client’s business and related needs
· Prepare 1099s and Business Personal Property Tax listings
· Opportunities to assist in tax preparation if desired.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
· Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field
· 0-2 years of experience in Public Accounting
· QuickBooks experience
· Ability to maintain demanding timelines
· Ability to work both within a team environment but also can independently prioritize tasks
· Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
· Proficient with Microsoft (MS) Windows and Office products
· General knowledge of accounting principles
· Reliable transportation and ability to work in-person in the Charlotte office multiple days during the week
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
· QuickBooks Pro Advisor
At Sharpe Patel PLLC, we encourage a healthy work/life balance by providing you with the tools, compensation, and benefits to achieve a high quality of life. See below for some of the benefits we provide to our employees.
FIRM BENEFITS
· Flexible Paid Time Off
· Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
· 401k Retirement Plan with Employer Matching
· Hybrid Work Location
· Educational and Higher Ed Opportunities
· Routine Company Outings
Sharpe Patel is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify/expression, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Will you be able to reliably commute or relocate to the Charlotte area for this job?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Charlotte, NC