Entry Level
Entry-level positions at KBS are designed to give you real-life experience across diverse industries and engagements. There is truly no limit to what you can achieve with us.
We keep things simple with a hassle-free interview process. Interested applicants can expect between 1 and 2 interviews and to hear from us very quickly.
We prioritize technical proficiency and cultural compatibility, so you’ll fit our organization perfectly. And don’t worry about having 150 college credits – we offer a $10,000 stipend to help with additional CR hours and CPA exam expenses.
Staff Accountant
Kittell Branagan and Sargent, one Vermont’s most respected accounting firms, has an immediate opening for a Staff Accountant to join our growing team!
We are looking for an ambitious, career-driven individual that is looking for unlimited growth potential.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform accounting and tax duties as needed in engagement and as assigned under supervision.
- Compile work papers and other accounting reports for a variety of client entities and tax engagements.
- Develop knowledge of basic tax issues and accounting principles to apply to client situations.
- Performs schedule computations of accruals, property, and equipment and calculates depreciation expense.
- Works effectively within given budgetary parameters; approaches projects with a sense of urgency and is completion oriented.
- Assist in the preparation of audited, reviewed, and compiled financial statements in accordance with GAAP and OCBOA.
- Assist with preparation of tax returns for businesses, individuals, and trusts
- Understand general accounting and tax procedures, knowledge of general ledger systems
Job Requirements
- Bachelor of Accounting,
- Team player with a positive – ‘can do’ approach.
- Must be able to work independently,
- Ability to handle multiple engagements,
- Ability to utilize or quickly learn and work with the firm’s software packages, including automated audit systems, a suite of tax preparation software (i.e., CCH, UltraTax).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
Benefits
KBS offers excellent benefits and a competitive compensation package that includes:
- Up to $10,000 to help defray the cost of additional CR hours and the costs of the CPA Exam
- Generous vacation, personal and comp time,
- Eight paid holidays,
- Medical Insurance,
- Dental and Eyecare Reimbursement policy,
- Short-term and long-term disability,
- Life insurance,
- AD&D,
- AICPA life insurance,
- Generous 401(K) Plan with company matching and profit-sharing contributions,
- Fitness membership
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