Job Description
About the Role NYT CPA is looking for a motivated, detail-oriented individual who wants more than just a bookkeeping job. We are looking for someone who is eager to learn the full picture of accounting, payroll, tax, and small business advisory work — and grow into a long-term role with our firm. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their accounting career who wants hands-on exposure to client accounting, payroll, tax preparation, and client communication in a supportive but accountable environment. Recent accounting graduates are encouraged to apply. We are a client-focused CPA firm specializing in small business accounting and tax planning. We take pride in helping both our clients and our team improve year over year. This role is not for someone looking to simply enter data, complete repetitive tasks, or stay in a narrow bookkeeping lane. We want someone who wants to learn the "why" behind the work and become a valuable long-term member of our team. What You'll Do This role will grow over time, but responsibilities may include: Maintain and review client books in QuickBooks Online Perform bank and credit card reconciliations Assist with payroll processing and payroll compliance Support monthly and quarterly client reporting Communicate directly with clients by email and phone Assist with individual and business tax return preparation Organize client documents and identify missing information Review work for accuracy and completeness Identify inconsistencies, issues, or unusual items and proactively raise questions Learn firm systems, procedures, and client service standards This is a hands-on learning role with increasing responsibility as you develop. What We're Looking For We are specifically looking for someone who wants to build a career — not just complete assigned tasks.
Preferred qualifications:
Some accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, tax, or related experience Basic understanding of accounting principles, including debits, credits, and financial statements Experience with QuickBooks Online, or the ability and willingness to learn quickly Strong Excel and computer skills Strong attention to detail and organization Ability to communicate clearly and professionally Comfort working with numbers, deadlines, and confidential client information Most important: Positive attitude Strong work ethic Willingness to learn Ability to take ownership Coachability Good judgment Pride in doing things correctly Genuine interest in growing within a CPA firm We are willing to train the right person on our systems, but we are not looking for someone who needs to be pushed to care, learn, or follow through. Why This Role Stands Out Exposure to both accounting and tax — not just data entry Direct client interaction early on Training and mentorship from experienced CPAs Clear path to increased responsibility and pay growth Opportunity to develop into a long-term key team member Paid training and professional development opportunities Support for CPA or EA exam study materials for committed team members We are intentional about hiring people who want to grow with us and contribute to the firm long-term. Schedule Monday-Friday, day shift Flexible start: part-time, approximately 24 hours per week Opportunity to grow into a full-time role based on performance, fit, and firm needs Additional hours may be available during tax season On or around the 1st of each month during month-end close, team members may start work at 5:00 or 6:00 AM, providing an additional 2-3 hours of overtime Benefits Benefits may include: Paid time off for full-time employees after introductory period Retirement plan with up to 3% match Paid training and professional development Health and/or tuition reimbursement opportunities Paid CPA or EA exam study materials for committed team members Bonus opportunities Overtime opportunities during peak periods Who This Is NOT For Please do not apply if you are: Looking for a slow-paced or low-accountability work environment Looking for a short-term job Looking for a purely clerical or receptionist-type role Looking for repetitive bookkeeping work with no growth Uncomfortable communicating with clients Uncomfortable being held accountable for accuracy and deadlines Not interested in learning tax, payroll, and the bigger picture of accounting Someone who waits to be told every next step instead of learning to think through the work Who This IS For This role may be a great fit if you are: Early in your accounting career and want to grow A recent accounting graduate looking for real-world CPA firm experience Someone who wants to understand the "why" behind the numbers Someone who takes pride in doing things right Someone who asks good questions and wants to improve Someone who wants to become a high-value team member in a growing CPA firm Pay:
$18.00 - $21.00 per hour Benefits:
Continuing education credits Loan assistance Paid sick time Paid time off Paid training Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Application Question(s): 1. Do you have any accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, tax, or QuickBooks experience? 2. Are you comfortable communicating directly with clients by email and phone? 3. Are you looking for a long-term growth opportunity in a CPA firm? 4. Are you comfortable starting part-time, approximately 24 hours per week, with the opportunity to grow into full-time? 5. Are you comfortable working additional hours during tax season or peak deadline periods? Including starting work at 5 or 6am one day a month, around the 1st of the month? 7. Briefly explain why this role interests you 8. Briefly describe your experience with QuickBooks, payroll, bookkeeping, accounting, or tax preparation. 9. What are your long-term career goals in accounting, tax, or business? Work Location:
In person
