Assurance Staff Accountant (Public Accounting)

Assurance Staff Accountant (Public Accounting) — Marin County, CA

Why join this team?

• Influence outcomes for Bay Area nonprofits, private companies, and high-net-worth individuals by elevating the integrity of their financial statements.
• Thrive in a well-established Marin County CPA firm known for audit/assurance/attestation, tax, business planning, forensic accounting, and litigation support.
• Enjoy genuine work/life balance without sacrificing career momentum.

What you’ll do

• Support audit, review, and compilation engagements from planning through completion.
• Execute special assignments as firm and client needs evolve.
• Foster strong client relationships and manage expectations with clear communication.
• Organize your workload effectively to meet timelines and quality standards.

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor’s in Accounting or related field (required).
• All educational requirements completed to sit for the CPA exam.
• 5+ years of accounting experience (preferred).
• 5+ years working with GAAP (preferred).
• Audit/attest experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; collaborative and client-focused.

Technical proficiencies

• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Tax Preparation
• Tax accounting
• Tax Audit experience

Compensation & benefits

• Base salary: $125,000 – $150,000 (commensurate with experience)
• Annual bonus: 8% – 15% (based on compensation, experience, and hours worked)
• Flexible working hours
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan with safe harbor contributions

About the firm

Rooted in Marin County, this CPA firm serves a local Bay Area client base with comprehensive services: assurance and attestation, tax compliance and preparation, business financial planning, forensic accounting, and litigation support.

Join a culture that values initiative, teamwork, and the pursuit of excellence in client service.