**Job Description: Accounting Associate** **Location:** Metro Detroit, MI **Company:** Our Client: Small public accounting firm **Position:** Accounting Associate **Job Type:** Full-Time **Reports To:** Partner Adecco Permanent Recruitment team has partnered with a small, dynamic and growing public accounting firm located in Metro Detroit. They provide a wide range of accounting, tax, and consulting services to a diverse clientele, including high net worth individuals and small businesses. Their firm is committed to delivering personalized and professional services that meet the unique needs of each client. This position has a lot of potential for growth including partnership. There is also flexibility to have "summer hours". **Position Overview:** Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounting Associate to join their team. The ideal candidate will be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). This role is perfect for someone looking to grow their career in public accounting while gaining comprehensive experience in various aspects of accounting and tax services. **Key Responsibilities:** + **Tax Services:** + Prepare individual, corporate, and partnership tax returns. + Assist in tax planning and research. + Stay updated on current tax laws and regulations. + **Client Services:** + Maintain and develop strong client relationships. + Provide timely and accurate responses to client inquiries. + **Process Improvement:** + Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. + Utilize accounting software and tools to streamline operations. **Qualifications:** + **Education:** + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. + CPA certification. + **Experience:** + 4 - 6 years of experience in public accounting or related field preferred. + Experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word). + **Skills:** + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. + Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. + High attention to detail and accuracy. + Strong interpersonal skills and a team-oriented approach. **Pay Details:** $80,000.00 to $90,000.00 per year Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.adecco.com/en-us/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: + The California Fair Chance Act + Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance + Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers + San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance