Experienced Staff Accountant at Wipfli

OverviewAt Wipfli people count.At Wipfli our people are core to everything we dothe catalyst behind our ability to create exceptional impact and extraordinary results.We believe in flexibility. We focus on relationships. We encourage each individual to follow their own path.People truly matter and they feel it. For those looking to make a difference and find a professional home Wipfli offers a career-defining opportunity.This role requires a hybrid work arrangement you must live within 60 miles of our Minneapolis office to be qualified for this role. At Wipfli hybrid is defined as associates regularly work in a Wipfli office from home and at client sites. The client sites can vary locally regionally or nationally depending on the industry alignment. Note that scheduled meetings at the client and in the office will require in-person attendance.ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities:Communicate with client and firm associate requests in a timely accurate positive and professional mannerEstablish and maintain effective client relationships through regular communications including on-site visitsAdhere to prescribed budgets and deadlinesDevelop technical competency and provide assistance to clientsParticipate in continuing professional education programsServe as a trusted business advisor for clients and associatesProactively identify improvement opportunities in processes to enhance efficiency recognize potential issues and/or opportunities in engagements and discuss with engagement leaderUse data analysis skills to discover useful information and patterns to provide support in recommendationsAudit Specific:Perform audit review and compliance testing procedures in accordance with firm and professional standards and as directed by engagement leadersCommunicate with engagement leaders regarding open items testing problems or other important matters in a timely mannerPrepare (or review client prepared) financial statements and footnotes management reports and other engagement outputsDevelop technical competency with GAAP and accounting procedures especially related to assigned product lineKnowledge Skills and AbilitiesQualifications:Requires a completed Bachelor Degree in AccountingRequires 6 - 18 months of job related experienceAbove average competency in accounting as demonstrated by college GPA; Minimum 3.2 GPACPA eligibility preferredAn accounting internship experience preferredPreferred coursework in Data Analytics or Big DataStrong written and verbal communication skillsStrong computers skills; proficient in Microsoft Office programs such as Excel Word etc.Experience with accounting software is a plusHigh level of organization focus exceptional attention to detail and strong follow-up skillsMust be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis upon hire. Wipfli will not consider candidates for this position who require sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g. H-1B status)Additional DetailsAdditional Details:This role requires a hybrid work arrangement. At Wipfli hybrid is defined as associates regularly work in a Wipfli office from home and at client sites. The client sites can vary locally regionally or nationally depending on the industry that scheduled meetings at the client and in the office will require in-person attendance.Wipfli is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All candidates will receive consideration for employment without regards to race creed color religion national origin sex age marital status sexual orientation gender identify veteran status disability or any other characteristics protected by federal state or local laws.Wipfli is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application interview or participate in our recruiting process please send us an email atWipfli cares about our associates and offers a variety of benefits to support their well-being. Benefit offerings include paid sick leave; access to free confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program.Wipfli cares about our associates and offers a variety of benefits to support their well-being. Highlights include 8 health plan options (both HMO & PPO plans) dental and vision coverage opportunity to enroll in HSA with potential Firm contribution and an Employee Assistance Program. Other benefits include firm-sponsored basic life and short and long-term disability coverage a 401(k) savings plan & profit share as well as Firm matching contribution well-being incentive education & certification assistance flexible time off family care leave parental leave family formation benefits cell phone reimbursement and travel rewards. Voluntary benefit offerings include critical illness & accident insurance hospital indemnity insurance legal long-term care pet insurance ID theft protection and supplemental life/AD&D. Eligibility for all benefits programs is dependent on annual hours expectation position status/level and location.Not fully prepared to apply for an internship or not sure where to start Please join ourTalent Communityto explore how you can stay connected to Wipfli.Wipfli is the brand name under which Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC and its respective subsidiary entities provide professional services. Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC (and its respective subsidiary entities) practice in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law regulations and professional standards. Wipfli LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients and Wipfli Advisory LLC provides tax and business consulting services to its clients. Wipfli Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.Required Experience:Staff IC Key Skills Balance Sheet Reconciliation,General Ledger Reconciliation,Accounting Software,Account Analysis,GAAP,QuickBooks,Pivot tables,General Ledger Accounting,Accounting,Sage,Account Reconciliation,Microsoft Dynamics GP Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1