staff accountant

Position:

We are seeking an exceptional individual to serve as a Staff Accountant within Maestro’s Family Tax Division.  The Staff Accountant is a key member of each of our client teams. The role requires solid bookkeeping/accounting skills along with strong communication skills needed to interact directly with clients and their other advisors. A successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow into multiple roles within the firm.

Responsibilities:

The Staff Accountant will work with the other members of the client teams to ensure the following tasks are completed:

• Preparation of tax returns for individuals and companies
• Support on clients’ future tax planning
• Review of financial statements for accuracy and legal compliance
• Inspect account books for efficiency and accuracy

Skills and Experience for Success:

• Critical and strategic thinker who thrives in a quick pace, ever changing, complex environment
• Experience with various tax software
• Exceptional communication, writing, and listening skills
• Team player with a high EQ willing to “roll up their sleeves to do what it takes”

Qualifications:

• The ideal candidate for the position must be willing to learn new concepts and ideas.  They must be a hard worker and be comfortable sharing unique ideas and concepts.
• The ideal experience will include:
  • 1+ years of accounting experience in an accounting firm or similar background
  • A bachelor’s degree in accounting or similar field
  • CPA or CPA Candidate

Position Reports to:

Managing Partner of Maestro’s Tax and Advisory division

Compensation:

Maestro  offers outstanding compensation packages where you will be rewarded for your experience and recognized for the value you bring to our team of professionals.  Our packages also include discretionary bonus targets, generous retirement plan company matching, medical and dental benefit options and more.  We offer team rotation opportunities, specialized educational courses and seminars, company events, senior mentor programs and community service events.

The position will be based in Stamford, Connecticut with minimal travel required.