ROLE SUMMARY
Shahbaz & Associates, CPAs is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our growing practice. In this role, you will lead client engagements across accounting, assurance, and tax, prepare and review financial statements, and serve as a trusted advisor to a diverse portfolio of clients. You will also mentor junior staff and help uphold the technical quality and professional standards that define our firm.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Prepare and review

financial statements, working papers, and supporting schedules in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
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Manage

month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations for multiple clients.
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Support and execute

compilation, review, and audit engagements from planning through completion.
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Maintain

general ledgers, fixed asset schedules, and bookkeeping for client accounts.
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Advise

clients on accounting treatment, internal controls, tax planning, and regulatory compliance.
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Correspond

with tax authorities and support responses to notices, examinations,



and audits.
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Supervise,

mentor, and review the work of staff accountants and interns.
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Monitor

engagement budgets, timelines, and client deliverables to ensure quality and profitability.
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Stay

current on changes in accounting standards, tax law, and firm methodology.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
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3–5 years of relevant experience, preferably in public accounting.
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Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and current federal and state tax regulations.
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Proven experience preparing and reviewing financial statements.

TECHNICAL & SOFT SKILLS
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Proficiency with accounting and tax software (e.g., QuickBooks and CCH Axcess).
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Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; comfort with paperless workflow tools.
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Solid analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
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Excellent written and verbal communic

📌 Senior Accounting Associate (Mumbai)
🏢 Shahbaz & Associates CPAs
📍 Mumbai