Headquartered in Princeton, N.J., USA, Withum provides a gamut of services in the financial sector, including accounting, auditing, employee benefit services, pension plans services, tax services, litigation support, business valuation, insolvency services, transaction advisory services, and management consulting.
The firm takes its name from Frederick Withum, Leonard Smith, and Ivan Brown, who founded their self-titled company in 1974 in Middlesex County, N.J., USA. The firm’s founders began their careers at larger accounting firms, and when they struck out on their own, their idea was to provide personalized service to companies that were still growing. They also decided that they wanted their firm to be "people‐focused," putting the emphasis on both client service and staff development.
At its inception, Withum’s business was conducted by six professionals; today, the firm has a staff of over 1,200, including more than 160 partners and principals, many of whom contribute articles and perspectives to major news and trade media such as The Wall Street Journal, Fox News Channel, Financial Executive Magazine, Forbes.com and INSIDE Public Accounting. Withum has offices, in New Jersey, Massachusetts, New York, Florida, Pennsylvania, Virginia, California, and District of Columbia in USA. The International locations are at Cayman Islands and Bengaluru in India.
Withum has majority of its offices have more than 100 team members. It is affiliated with HLB International, a global network of accountants and business advisors. As a member of HLB, we offer international knowledge and expertise that our clients can rely upon, providing direct access to professional accountants and business advisors in over 130 countries. We have a history of innovation, collaboration and are dedicated to helping our clients grow across borders
Our clients represent a broad spectrum of industries and range in size from small, entrepreneurial startups to billion‐dollar, publicly held companies. Our stability has permitted us to develop long‐term relationships in the banking, legal and financial services fields. Withum has strong roots in the business community and communities where we live. We are involved in a broad range of civic and charitable activities, a further indication of our commitment to the communities in which we are based. This is our culture. This is the Withum Way.
Withum started its office in India in 2019 and has grown to the staff of 150 employees at Bangalore office. We continue to serve our USA counterpart and ensure that the business requirements are met with the commitment towards our values and embracing our culture
Withum is a place where talent thrives - where who you are matters. It’s a place of endless opportunities for growth. A place where entrepreneurial energy plus inclusive teamwork equals exponential results. Withum empowers clients and our professional staff with innovative tools and solutions to address their accounting, tax and overall business management and operational needs. As a US nationally ranked Top 25 firm, we recruit only the best and brightest people with a genuine passion for the business.
Under the direction of the Sr. Accounting Specialist or Associate Accounting Manager, the Accounting Specialist provides business accounting services for the firm’s Accounting Outsourcing clients, including processing of accounts payable, accounts receivable, maintenance of general ledgers, assist preparation of monthly financial statements, and communicates results to firm associates, in accordance with company policies and procedures.
As a consultant in our Withum India office you will work alongside an integrated team of US and India based accounting professionals. In this position, you will be reporting to the Accounting Seniors and Managers and collaborating with these professionals on various audit engagements.
Withum’s brand is a reflection of our people, our culture and our strength. Withum has become synonymous with teamwork and client service excellence. The cornerstone of our success can truly be accredited to the dedicated professionals who work here every day, easy to work with a sense of purpose and caring for their co-workers and whose mission is to help our clients grow and thrive. But our commitment goes beyond our clients as we continue to live the Withum Way, promoting personal and professional growth for all team members, clients, and surrounding communities.
How will you spend your time:
- Enter and process client accounting transactions in the appropriate accounting software on a regular and timely basis.
- Monitor the portal for assigned clients on a regular basis to ensure all transactions are processed in a timely manner.
- Perform compilation procedures in accordance with firm and professional standards as directed by engagement leaders.
- Develop technical competency with GAAP and various accounting software systems used to provide the Accounting services.
- Respond to client and firm associate requests in a timely, accurate, positive and professional manner.
- Communicate proactively with other firm associates regarding open items, problems, or other important matters in a timely manner.
- Adhere to prescribed budgets and deadlines.
- Prepare correspondence related to client engagements as appropriate.
- Participate in core CPE programs.
- Develop a familiarity with Withum service offerings with the intent of applying that knowledge towards identifying additional client opportunities.
- Actively participate in community activities to develop positive relationships with community leaders and members.
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce or an equivalent combination of education and experience. (Chartered Accountant) CA Inter or article ship would be preferred.
- QuickBooks ProAdvisor certification is preferred but not required at the time of interview and hire (will be required to obtain certification after starting).
- Preferred 2+ years of prior bookkeeping/accounting experience.
- Processing accounting transactions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and preparation of financial statements.
- Prior experience using accounting software packages such as Restaurant 365 & QuickBooks are required.
- Active communicator and a great team player
- Ability to plan, prioritize, and organize work effectively
- Ability to balance many projects simultaneously
- Ability to work under pressure and time deadlines
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to be flexible with scheduling to meet workflow demands
- Ability to present a professional appearance and demeanor
- Ability to maintain client confidentiality, personal objectivity, and professional skepticism
Website: www.withum.com
Withum will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or because he or she is a protected veteran.
