Project Accounting Associate jobs in Canton, OH

Rea is a growing Top 100 Accounting firm providing our clients services in tax, accounting, and business consulting. Here at Rea, we have a 'People First' culture, and we focus on our employees' well-being and professional development. With over 400 professionals and locations throughout Ohio, our firm has a culture that respects work-life balance. We also provide competitive compensation and a robust benefits plan.

We are currently seeking a Staff Accountant to work in the Newark or New Philadelphia, Ohio office locations. This is an outstanding opportunity to help us continue with our strategic initiatives. This position works closely with and will be supervised by our Government Team Managers.

This position will perform routine accounting activities such as financial statement preparation, including calculating accrual balances and other necessary functions within the government segment.

Responsibilities include:

• Apply accounting principles/methodology to enter and review transactions for appropriate treatment
• Reconcile accounts and research discrepancies
• Prepare journal entries
• Review account balances for accuracy and reasonableness
• Follow prior period work-papers to determine level of work to be completed
• Answer questions from clients or team members on how to use software/programs
• Become familiar with the firm’s policies
• Obtain a general understanding of governmental accounting standards.
• Prepare work papers in clear, concise manner while adhering to deadlines and time
• Conduct industry specific research as needed and communicate results to supervisors.
• Interact with all client personnel and co-workers in an intelligent and professional manner
• Progress professionally by working toward passing the CPA exam.
• Possess skills necessary to develop quality client relationships
• Other duties as required