Title: Staff Accountant
Department: Audit & Tax
Location: Norfolk, VA (On-site)
Wall, Einhorn & Chernitzer, P.C. (WEC), is seeking top talent to join our team as a Staff Accountant. We are locally based in Norfolk, VA with approximately 75 employees and 10 partners. WEC makes culture a priority, and as a result, is a proud recipient of numerous prestigious awards. These awards include INSIDE Public Accounting’s “Best of the Best Firms”, Virginia Business’ “Best Places to Work in Virginia,” and Accounting Today’s “Best Accounting Firms to Work For.” Are you ready to join a well-established public accounting firm that will help guide you as you grow your career?
Position Summary: Collaborate with Tax and Audit & Attestation teams as an entry level General Staff Accountant to gain experience with a variety of work. You will become a trusted advisor to your clients and engagement teams by proposing solutions with a lasting impact. You will be given the opportunity to expand your skillset and become an expert in various industries.

REQUIREMENTS:

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required
• Internship or other public accounting experience required
• Actively working towards CPA designation, preferred
• Fluency in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Must be able to work under deadlines with focus on work completion and extended hours during peak times of the year
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Work closely with Tax Seniors and Managers regarding tax issues and preparation of tax returns for entities, trusts, and individuals
• Perform audits of financial statements within various industries
• Prepare fiduciary inventories and accountings, as needed
• Demonstrate the technical knowledge and skills necessary to produce quality work and provide excellent client service
• Ability to identify, research, and solve tax issues to develop the best solution for clients
• Perform other duties as assigned