Showing posts with label Accountant. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Accountant. Show all posts

Wednesday, September 25, 2013

Does Your Small Business Need a CPA?

Every year, entrepreneurs launch roughly 600,000 new small businesses in the United States, according to the U.S. Small Business Administration.  Starting a business is a risky venture, and when you’re getting started you may feel like the weight of the whole world is on your shoulders.

All small businesses have the option to take a great deal of that weight off of their shoulders and enlist professional tax and accounting help.  Making even a small error in your books can make a very large mess of your business finances.  Not to mention the fact that you just started a small business, you’re very busy.  Bringing in an expert to help with your financial services can free up a lot of time and help you focus on growing your business.  Undoubtedly professional help with financial planning and tax services are a great idea for your small business, but should you go with an accountant or a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)?

No matter the size of your business, even a single-person business probably needs the services of a CPA for several reasons:

A CPA is licensed by a state, and must keep current with tax laws in order to maintain that license, unlike Accountants.  The CPA exam is a rigorous process that includes many facets of financial and tax expertise.  After they are licensed, CPA’s also must comply with continuing education requirements, where regular accountants do not.

Almost all CPA’s are more familiar with tax laws than accountants are.  Knowledge of the tax code is a big part of a CPA’s licensing exam and CPA’s take tax courses each year to keep up to date on the Tax Code.  An accountant is classified by the IRS as an “unenrolled preparer” and an unenrolled preparer’s ability to represent a client in a tax matter before the IRS is very limited.  Alternatively, a CPA is eligible to represent you before the IRS and has full authority to represent you in an audit and execute claims on your behalf.  CPA’s can help you make more high-level business and tax decisions.

Bottom line, no matter the size of your business the professionals at BW James can help you be more successful and are available to become your partners and help take your business to the next level.  

For more information about BW James visit https://www.bwjames.com/

Tuesday, July 9, 2013

BW James Seeking Qualified Professional to fill Open Position

Full Charge Bookkeeper/Accounting Clerk   (Full Time)

Apply Here: Current Open Positions

One of Houston areas most progressive Next Generation Certified Public Accounting Firms that specializes in outsourced CFO, financial accounting, back office support system, advisory, and tax services is expanding and looking to add a Full Charge Bookkeeper to its exemplary team. 


Job Information:  Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks


Job Location:  Baytown, TX 77520


Hours/Week:  40

Education and Experience


  • Years of Experience:  5+
  • Education:  High School/G.E.D
Starting Salary:  $ 35000-42000/Year


Tasks:
  • Operate computers programmed with accounting software to record, store, and analyze information.
  • Check figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes.
  • Classify, record, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records, using journals and ledgers or computers.
  • Debit, credit, and total accounts on computer spreadsheets and databases, using specialized accounting software.
  • Operate 10-key calculators, typewriters, and copy machines to perform calculations and produce documents.
  • Receive, record, and bank cash, checks, and vouchers.
  • Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations.
  • Compile statistical, financial, accounting or auditing reports and tables pertaining to such matters as cash receipts, expenditures, accounts payable and receivable, and profits and losses.
  • Code documents according to company procedures.
  • Reconcile or note and report discrepancies found in records.
  • Access computerized financial information to answer general questions as well as those related to specific accounts.
  • Match order forms with invoices, and record the necessary information.
  • Perform general office duties such as filing, answering telephones, and handling routine correspondence.
Work Context

Requires sitting, Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls,Requires repetitive movement, Requires contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise), Requires face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams, Requires writing letters and memos, Requires telephone conversations, Requires use of electronic mail,Includes conflict situations, Requires making decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization, Opportunity to make decisions without supervision, Requires making decisions that impact the results of co-workers, clients or the company, Requires repeating the same physical activities or mental activities over and over, Freedom to determine tasks, priorities, and goals, Requires being exact or highly accurate, Requires meeting strict deadlines, Requires work with others in a group or team, Requires work with external customers or the public, Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions

Work Activities:
  • Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
  • Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
  • Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
  • Documenting/Recording Information
  • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
  • Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
  • Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
  • Performing Administrative Activities
  • Processing Information
  • Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
  • Analyzing Data or Information
  • Making Decisions and Solving Problems
  • Getting Information
  • Interacting With Computers
  • use spreadsheet software
  • enter timesheet information
  • maintain inventory of office forms
  • sort books, publications, or other items
  • compute taxes
  • prepare bank deposits
  • prepare financial reports
  • reconcile or balance financial records
  • prepare reports
  • use accounting or bookkeeping software
  • prepare billing statements
  • complete patient bills
  • process invoices
  • compute financial data
  • use computers to enter, access or retrieve data
  • perform clerical duties including typing, accepting orders, or sorting mail
  • detect discrepancies on records or reports
  • examine documents for completeness, accuracy, or conformance to standards
  • maintain balance sheets
  • compile data for financial reports
  • process account invoices
  • maintain records, reports, or files
  • fill out business or government forms
  • use word processing or desktop publishing software
  • take messages
  • fill out purchase requisitions
  • process payroll documents, records, or checks
  • prepare tax reports
Basic Skills:
  • Active Learning
  • Active Listening
  • Critical Thinking
  • Learning Strategies
  • Mathematics
  • Monitoring
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Science
  • Speaking
  • Writing
Social Skills:
  • Coordination
  • Instructing
  • Negotiation
  • Service Orientation
  • Social Perceptiveness
Complex Problem Solving Skills:
  • Complex Problem Solving
Technical Skills:
  • Troubleshooting
Systems Skills:
  • Judgment and Decision Making
Resource Management Skills:
  • Management of Financial Resources
  • Time Management
Desktop Computer Skills:
  • Spreadsheets
  • Internet
  • Navigation
  • Word Processing
  • Databases
KnowledgeRequired:
  • Clerical
  • Computers and Electronics
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Economics and Accounting
  • English Language
  • Mathematics
Tools:
  • Calculators or accessories
  • 10-key calculator
    financial calculators
    Desktop computers
    Ledger paper
  • Ledger sheets
    Notebook computers
  • Notebook computers
    Receipts or receipt books
  • Receipt books
Technology:
  • Accounting software
  • Accounts payable software
  • accounting software
Specific Tools & Technology:
  • QuickBooks Mandatory
To Apply Online: http://www.alphaomegaws.com/current-job-opening.html

To Apply in Person:
911 S. 8th Street
La Porte, TX 77571
Google Map Directions:
http://goo.gl/maps/0N9Ow