As one of the largest independent CPA firms in the Midwest, Vrakas CPAs + Advisors is looking for an associate to join our team in Kenosha, WI.
Get the opportunity to work with many great clients while helping them reach their desired financial goals and outcomes.
Responsibilities & Opportunities
Perform a wide range of work as part of assurance teams, including audits and reviews, and special projects in accordance with firm and professional standards and as directed by engagement leaders
Communicate with engagement leaders regarding open items, testing problems, or other important matters in a timely manner
Prepare financial statements and footnotes, management reports and other engagement outputs
Develop technical competency with GAAP and accounting procedures
Communicate with client and firm associates in a timely, accurate, positive and professional manner
Establish and maintain effective client relationships through regular communications, including on-site visits
Participate in continuing professional education programs
Serve as a trusted business advisor for clients and associates
Proactively identify improvement opportunities in processes to enhance efficiency, recognize potential issues and/or opportunities in engagements and discuss with engagement leaders
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with a minimum overall GPA of 3.
0 is required
Eligible to sit for the CPA exam or the intention to continue to pursue required educational requirements to become eligible
Internship with relevant work experience a plus
Proficient with Microsoft Windows and Office products
General knowledge of accounting principles and/or regulations
Willingness to learn new skills and programs
Strong verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills
Passion for doing impactful work, professionalism, integrity and dependability
Aggressive compensation potential, commensurate on past performance and experience; 401K, profit sharing, comprehensive insurance benefits portfolio, vacation, PTO, and more.
For more information about our benefits, visit our Culture & Benefits page under the Career’s tab.
Vrakas is fiercely independent and steadfast in its desire to remain one of the largest locally-owned CPA firms in Wisconsin and surrounding markets.
To learn more about the position, apply below or contact our Director of Talent, Tara Tomter at ttomter@vrakascpas.
com
Job Category: Audit PositionsStudent Opportunities
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Kenosha - WI