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Gleim

Accounting Research Assistant (ARA)

Gainesville, FL · On-site

$16.50 - $21.75/hr

Perform customer support to accounting students through emails. Assist with special projects, as needed. Critical reading, editing, and research are additional responsibilities. We have a great ...

Gleim

Accounting Research Assistant (ARA)

Gainesville, FL · On-site

$16.50 - $21.75/hr

Perform customer support to accounting students through emails. Assist with special projects, as needed. Critical reading, editing, and research are additional responsibilities. We have a great ...

BPS Just Energy Technology

Research Assistant

Argyle, TX · On-site

$18.25 - $25.25/hr

BPS Technology is looking for a Research Assistant to complete the growing needs our of Development ... May process orders or invoices, or undertake other clerical and simple accounting duties under the ...

EdgeConneX

Accounting Intern

Herndon, VA

$23/hr

Accounting Intern Pay: $23/hr The Accounting Intern will provide support to the accounting team by ... Prepare and record journal entries in NetSuite ERP system. * Assist with research, data entry, and ...

Specialty1 Partners

Technical Accounting Analyst

Houston, TX · On-site

$57K - $75K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Research and analyze complex accounting matters under U.S. GAAP and other applicable accounting ... GAAP and company accounting policies. * Assist with drafting accounting policies and maintaining ...

Specialty1 Partners

Technical Accounting Analyst

Houston, TX · On-site

$57K - $75K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Research and analyze complex accounting matters under U.S. GAAP and other applicable accounting ... GAAP and company accounting policies. * Assist with drafting accounting policies and maintaining ...

Motorola

Technical Accounting Manager

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$130K - $155K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

The Assistant Controller is responsible for external financial reporting, technical accounting and ... Strong background in accounting research and issue resolution * Technical accounting skills ...

Motorola Solutions, Inc.

Technical Accounting Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$130K - $155K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Assistant Controller is responsible for external financial reporting, technical accounting and ... Strong background in accounting research and issue resolution * Technical accounting skills ...

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An Accounting Research Assistant supports accounting professionals by conducting financial research, analyzing data, and reviewing accounting standards or regulations. They assist in preparing reports, verifying financial information, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles. Their role often involves using financial software, summarizing findings, and providing insights that help guide accounting decisions.

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Accounting Research Assistant (ARA)

Gleim

Gainesville, FL • On-site

$16.50 - $21.75/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

Gleim is over a 50-year-old, Gainesville-based company that provides quality, easy-to-use, self-study exam prep materials for accountants throughout the world who are studying for various accounting certifications.


This is a great job for accounting students looking for part time work in their field and gives them the opportunity to earn while they learn.


DESCRIPTION:


Perform customer support to accounting students through emails. Assist with special projects, as needed. Critical reading, editing, and research are additional responsibilities. We have a great success rate of ARA's who pass the CPA on the first try.


Perfect for graduating students who are looking for full time work and want to work in Gainesville for the next year while they study for the CPA or other certifications or for accounting students that are in their fourth or fifth year of study and can work at least 15 hours a week.


REQUIREMENTS


  • Able to work on-site in our Gainesville office.
  • Typing 40+ wpm.
  • 4th or 5th year accounting students that have taken auditing and/or tax classes or are in the process of starting auditing or tax. We are also looking for students who are graduating but want to stay in Gainesville and work full or part-time while they study for various certifications.
  • 3.0+ GPA.
  • Must be available at least 15 hours per week. Full time is available during the summer or throughout the year.
  • Able to work in a library environment.


References requested. Background checks and a drug test will be conducted upon your acceptance of an offer of employment. Gleim is a drug-and smoke- free workplace.

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