Description: Are you ready to kick-start your career with a leading accounting and advisory firm that values innovation and excellence? At Mercadien, we are committed to delivering exceptional service to our clients while fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment for our team. We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Entry-Level Accounting Associate to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in accounting and grow your career with a firm that values your professional development. Responsbilities Recognizes the compliance requirements associated with each engagement area assigned Understands internal controls considerations relevant to engagement areas assigned Applies appropriate directional testing techniques to verify compliance with rules, regulations, and agency contracts Recognizes and applies appropriately, the different levels of attest services (i.e. audit, agreed upon procedures) and the level of assurance provided Assists with audit/compliance reports as directed Understands basic file structure of an engagement Gathers appropriate evidence using effective client inquiries, test of details, and basic analytical procedures Evaluates evidence gathered appropriately; recognizes and evaluates exceptions/findings noted resulting from both test of details and analytical procedures, develops appropriate conclusions based on evidence and identifies issues needing the attention of supervisory personnel Prepares complete and accurate engagement documentation Participates in debriefing Requirements: Associate Degree in Accounting Must possess above average computer skills, knowledge of Microsoft Office programs Must be able to communicate clearly both verbally and in written format. A strong command of the English language and grammar is necessary Must be available to work professional hours between 9am and 5pm, and additional hours as needed Must be willing to travel for on-site client meetings and engagements Benefits Work where you work best hybrid policy Flexible scheduling and work location Highly competitive salaries and bonus programs Medical, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance Competitive 401K match Paid holidays, vacation and sick time Casual dress code: dress for your day Mentorship and training opportunities Internal committees and clubs Various social gatherings & events Strong focus on the Mercadien community Cutting edge technology Location 3625 Quakerbridge Road Hamilton, NJ 08619 Mercadien is a leading and growing regional accounting and advisory firm with partners and staff that believe our best work starts with our people. When you come on board, you become a part of our community and extended family. We're entrepreneurs at heart; passionate about creating opportunities, innovating inside and outside of our business, achieving work/life integration, helping our employees reach their potential, and having fun! Our core values: Integrity, excellence, responsibility, creativity, and respect are the foundation of our firm. They inform and guide us in everything we do and fuel our client work and relationships. We are a teamwork-focused firm and support each other professionally and personally. We're collaborative by nature and enjoy being actively involved in our communities. Driven by integrity and social responsibility, our associates serve more than 100 civic and charitable organizations, as individuals and through the Mercadien Foundation. At Mercadien, the opportunities are endless. To all recruitment agencies: The Mercadien Group does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our job alias, Mercadien associates or any other company location. The Mercadien Group is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. This employer participates in E-Verify. Mercadien will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the government cannot confirm that you are work authorized, Mercadien is required to provide you written instructions and an opportunity to contact SSA and/or DHS before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. PI162f98d396c5-31181-36101894