Tax & Bookkeeping Associate (CPA Track Preferred)

Are you someone with bookkeeping or small business accounting experience who enjoys helping clients stay organized, accurate, and ahead of their financial needs? Are you looking for an opportunity where you can continue building your accounting and tax experience while working closely with experienced professionals in a collaborative environment?

An established professional services firm in the Southtowns of Western New York is seeking a Tax & Bookkeeping Associate to join their team. This full-time opportunity offers $25–$28/hour, depending on experience, along with bonus potential and strong benefits.

The firm originally targeted recent accounting graduates, but as the team continues to grow, they are now prioritizing someone who can bring more hands-on bookkeeping and small business accounting experience to support post-tax-season client work. Experience with QuickBooks Online (QBO), bookkeeping, and client accounting support is highly valued, while exposure to tax preparation is considered a strong bonus.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with small business clients, balancing bookkeeping and accounting support, and continuing to grow within tax and advisory services over time.

This is not a large, high-burnout accounting environment. The firm offers direct mentorship, exposure to meaningful client work, and strong work-life balance, including a 4-day work week outside of tax season (Fridays off).

This is an onsite position near Orchard Park, NY.

Responsibilities

• Support small business clients with bookkeeping and accounting functions
• Work within QuickBooks Online (QBO) to maintain accurate financial records
• Assist with bank reconciliations, account maintenance, and monthly bookkeeping tasks
• Prepare and organize financial information for tax engagements
• Assist with individual (1040), partnership, and corporate tax returns as needed
• Support tax planning and compliance projects
• Work closely with senior accountants and leadership on client engagements
• Maintain organized records and ensure accurate reporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred but not required
• CPA track preferred, or interest in continuing accounting growth
• 1+ years of bookkeeping, accounting, or small business accounting experience
• Experience with QuickBooks Online (QBO) strongly preferred
• Tax preparation experience is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong communication skills and client-service mindset

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role

• Comfortable managing bookkeeping and accounting responsibilities independently
• Organized, dependable, and detail-oriented
• Enjoys working directly with small business clients
• Interested in continuing to grow within accounting and tax services
• Strong work ethic during busy season while valuing work-life balance outside of peak periods

Compensation & Benefits

• $25–$28/hour + bonus structure
• 100% employer-paid single coverage health insurance
• Employer contribution to HSA
• SIMPLE IRA with 3% match + additional 3% contribution
• AFLAC options with employer-supported contributions
• Ample Paid Time Off

Schedule & Location

• Full-time position
• In-office role in the Southtowns of Buffalo, NY
• Busy season (Jan–April): Full-time + overtime
• Non-busy season: 4-day work week (Fridays off)

The advertised pay range represents what we believe at the time of this job posting that our client would be willing to pay for this position. Only in special circumstances, where a candidate has education, training, or experience that far exceeds the requirements for the position, would we consider paying higher than the stated range.

First time working with a Recruiter? No problem! We make the process as smooth and straightforward as possible. Communication is key – to get started, all we need from you is an updated resume and some time to chat. Our team will get to know you and your future career goals. Throughout the process, we will provide resume feedback, schedule and prepare you for interviews, provide client feedback, and coach you through the offer stage.

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