Employment with AFS

This is a hybrid, part-time position in Portland, OR

This role is designed for someone who is not just looking for a summer internship, but who can envision building a long-term career in fiduciary services, insolvency administration, and complex financial casework.

This is a position for an individual who values analytical thinking, ethical responsibility, professional growth, and meaningful, detail-oriented work. We are looking for someone who takes ownership, enjoys solving problems, and wants to develop into a trusted professional in a specialized field. Please provide a cover letter and resume for consideration. 

A qualified candidate will:

• demonstrate the ability to work both independently and in a team environment;
• communicate clearly and succinctly;
• prioritize work assignments;
• have good business judgment and impeccable ethics; and
• produced high quality work product;
• pass a background check. 

Essential Qualifications: 

• a high performing multi-tasker;
• professional telephone and writing skills;
• MS Office proficiency, especially in Excel; and
• strong organizational skills as we work many cases concurrently.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field;
• experience with Quickbooks or similar accounting programs;
• A/P, A/R, claims auditing, and/or financial reporting experience;
• familiarity with the workings of the legal system;
• experience in business operations.

We Offer: 

• $30 hourly (negotiable), and generous performance-based bonuses;
• future full-time employment and partnership opportunity for the right candidate.

This is a hybrid, full-time position in Portland, OR 

Responsibilities

• Lead month/quarter/year-end closing activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and related analysis.
• Prepare and present financial reporting packages for management, courts, and external parties.
• Reconstruct financial statements using available source documentation.
• Conduct forensic accounting and investigate financial discrepancies and fraud.
• Analyze and resolve complex accounting issues and prepare technical accounting memoranda in compliance with U.S. GAAP.
• Act as a controller and CFO for ongoing business cases, including forecasting and financial analysis.
• Perform business, accounting, bookkeeping, and financial analyses using MS Excel and/or MS Access.
• Collaborate closely with the tax department to assist in preparing various tax workpapers/support documents.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of direct accounting experience with strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
• 3+ years of experience with a Big 4 or nationwide CPA firm
• MBA or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Analysis
• Proficiency with MS Office applications, including advanced Excel skills
• Strong organizational, analytical, communication, time management, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or CPA candidate
• Audit experience
• Prior experience as a Controller or CFO
• Experience with data processing tools such as MS Access
• Experience with tax compliance, including Forms 1120, 1120-S, 1120-SF, and 1040
• Business valuation experience
• Business operations or management experience
• Experience managing junior staff and leading full-cycle case or project closings
• Ability to write executive-level reports

We Offer: 

Pay: $132,000.00 - $198,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Dental insurance
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• Opportunities for advancement
• Professional development assistance
• Profit sharing
• Retirement plan
• Unlimited paid time off
• Vision insurance