About this role
Who We Are
At Mahoney, we have a passion for precision by going beyond completing the necessary tasks to deliver financial peace of mind. Our Client Advisory Services Team provides outsourced accounting and consulting specialties that helps clients better understand their financial position, improve business operations, and gain confidence in their decision-making. Our team includes experienced accountants, CPAs, and highly rated QuickBooks ProAdvisors who partner with businesses across a variety of industries.
Located just outside of downtown St. Paul along the Mississippi River, Mahoney has been recognized by Accounting Today, the Star Tribune, and Twin Cities Business Magazine as a top workplace. Since 1989, we've provided comprehensive audit, tax, and consulting services for individuals, businesses, real estate developers, and nonprofit organizations.
What You'll Do
As an Associate, you support the delivery of high-quality accounting and bookkeeping services for a diverse client base. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, performing account and bank reconciliations, maintaining accurate financial records, and completing bookkeeping functions, and preparing workpapers that support client deliverables and firm quality standards.
You will develop proficiency in QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online while supporting clients with basic accounting and software-related questions. Using Microsoft Excel and other accounting tools, you will organize and analyze financial information, assist with reporting, and improve efficiency and accuracy of client engagements.
Working closely with clients and team members, you will communicate requests, coordinate information, and contribute to a responsive, solution-focused service experience. Through ongoing coaching, training, and hands-on experience, you will continue to build your technical knowledge, strengthen client service skills, and prepare for increasing responsibility within the firm.
Additional work hours may be required during peak periods based on client needs and business demands.
Required Education & Skills
- Proven ability to perform the core duties outlined above
- Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 1-3 years of relevant accounting experience
Preferred Education & Skills
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Active CPA certification or working toward completion
- Prior experience with QuickBooks Online, QuickBooks Desktop, Engagement Manager, and CCH Axcess
What We Provide
Our leadership embraces a culture of curiosity, adaptability, and continuous growth. We firmly believe that this mindset is essential for providing exceptional service to our clients and making a positive impact on our community. We are committed to developing every employee to unlock their true potential, and our close-knit environment fosters teamwork while building strong internal relationships.
Mahoney offers a range of unique benefits to our staff. These include firm contributions to Health Savings Accounts, CPA reimbursements and bonus programs, annual in-house CPE training, flexible and hybrid work arrangements, fun firm/team events, free onsite parking, and access to our in-house fitness center.
Our compensation package includes a competitive base salary ranging from $70,000 to $80,000. You will be eligible for annual bonuses and profit-sharing with immediate vesting, based on individual performance and the firm's overall success.
Mahoney does not accept resumes from third-party vendors.