Job Title: Staff Accountant
Work Location: Mount Vernon, OH 43050
Work Setting: Hybrid Remote| Full-Time or Part-Time
About the Opportunity:
We are seeking an experienced accounting professional to join a well-established accounting office serving both individual and business clients. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building strong client relationships, working in a collaborative environment, and contributing across multiple areas of accounting and tax services.
The successful candidate will work directly with an existing portfolio of clients and play an important role in supporting their accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, and tax needs. While relationship-building is encouraged, there is no expectation for aggressive business development or client recruiting.
Hybrid and remote scheduling flexibility will be considered for qualified candidates.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare and assist with individual and business tax matters
Perform bookkeeping and account reconciliation activities
Process payroll and payroll tax reporting
Work directly with clients to provide responsive and professional service
Support and maintain an existing portfolio of clients
Assist with ongoing accounting and financial reporting needs
Qualifications:
Recent experience working within an accounting office environment
Experience working directly with clients
Strong knowledge of:
Individual taxation
Business taxation
Bookkeeping
Payroll processing
Payroll taxes
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple client relationships and priorities effectively
Preferred Experience:
Why Mount Vernon?
Mount Vernon offers the balance of professional opportunity and quality of life. Located approximately 40 miles northeast of Columbus and within commuting distance of Polaris Parkway and the future Intel development in Licking County, the area continues to experience exciting growth.
Known for its rolling hills, vibrant community, and strong educational presence, Knox County is home to:
Kenyon College
Mount Vernon Nazarene University
Central Ohio Technical College
Benefits:
401(k) with company match
Health insurance 100% Employer paid for Employee Single
Dental insurance 100% Employer paid for Employee Single
Vision insurance 100% Employer paid for Employee Single
Disability insurance
Flexible schedule options
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid sick time
Professional development assistance
If you are looking for a stable, professional environment where you can continue growing your accounting career while maintaining work-life flexibility, we encourage you to apply.