At Williams Overman Pierce, LLP, we are committed to living up to our company vision on a daily basis. Williams Overman Pierce, LLP is founded upon the principles of dedication, integrity, and professionalism. We commit ourselves to providing exceptional services which are integral in helping our clients to identify and achieve their goals for success. Our firm provides its members with a rewarding environment that promotes professionalism and personal growth.
In business more than 35 years, at Williams Overman Pierce, LLP, we understand that our continued success is predicated on cultivating a friendly, professional and rewarding work environment. For us, it’s mission critical to provide an atmosphere that encourages professional and personal growth, well being, and collegiality. We invite you to consider joining our team at our Greensboro or Raleigh, NC locations.
Qualified candidates are welcome to
apply for current openings.
Our clients will tell you that Williams Overman Pierce, LLP is more than an accounting firm. We are known just as much for our personable and responsive service as our exceptional talents in certified public accounting. We pride ourselves on our diverse client base and services, which provide a broad array of career opportunities...perfect for setting your career apart in the world of accounting.
Williams Overman Pierce, LLP seeks candidates with an entrepreneurial spirit who are focused, decisive, ambitious, and collegial. Big picture thinkers who understand our impact on business owners and employees counting on our trusted advice to run their businesses successfully. Responsible, proactive and passionate contributors who take ownership in their work and believe in consummate customer service.
Once hired, you start off in a well-developed orientation program to help you hit the ground running. We provide in-house and external opportunities to continue the great education you have worked so hard to build. We have an effective mentoring program that gives you the opportunity to get direction and feedback from multiple managers. Our partners have an open door policy, encouraging you to ask questions and learn. We do all this to help you achieve your own personal and professional goals and to make sure that we do all we can to foster your success.
The partners of Williams Overman Pierce, LLP believe in balance. We work hard to earn the trust of our clients and provide them with the unsurpassed counsel they deserve. But, we also periodically enjoy one another’s company during impromptu and organized social events, including “Iron Chef Challenges” and office trick-or-treating for our extended families.
The reality is that we spend much of our life working and building our careers, so at Williams Overman Pierce, LLP we know how important it is to find the perfect fit.
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At Williams Overman Pierce, LLP, we believe that fully trained professionals are our most valuable assets. We offer several programs and events to make sure we maximize opportunities for all.
All employees receive one week of in-house professional orientation designed to provide a foundation of knowledge to smooth your introduction into our work culture. In this program, new staff members build their knowledge of hardware and software systems, audit and tax practices, and general business procedures. Our on-boarding program includes a preview of all our departments as well as an understanding of firm practices and procedures. In addition, Williams Overman Pierce, LLP offers a wealth of in-house continuing professional education and ongoing training.
As members of the Alliott Group, we are able to utilize strong synergies from across the country for technical and leadership continuing education in locations such as Nevada, Florida and Maryland. Through this alliance, we are able take advantage of innovative training programs designed for firms like ours that want to stay ahead of the curve in accounting, tax and technical issues.
At Williams Overman Pierce, LLP, our continual growth and expanding staff requirements mean that there are ample opportunities for advancement. Promotions are based not on seniority but on performance, leadership and willingness to accept responsibility. Each person’s professional development is continually reviewed through formal and informal processes, helping you make strides in your career each step of the way.
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The partners of Williams Overman Pierce, LLP believe in giving back to the communities in which we live and work. Our partners support SAFEchild, the Coast Guard Auxiliary and countless other organizations.
We believe that members of our organization should be involved with causes they are passionate and concerned about, working together to improve the lives of others who are less fortunate.
Whether it’s our monthly ‘jeans day’ to raise money and awareness of social and medical needs in our community, walking many miles to raise funding, volunteering, or collecting toys and basic necessities for those who would otherwise go without, it’s important for us to get involved in ways that truly make a difference.
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Williams Overman Pierce, LLP members participate in college recruiting activities throughout North Carolina. We believe that North Carolina colleges and universities offer some of the finest accounting educational resources in the nation.
Our staff represents nearly a dozen North Carolina higher education institutions, as well as other well-regarded schools from around the country.
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At Williams Overman Pierce, LLP, we offer competitive salaries to attract the brightest talent. Your educational achievements, business experience, and other pertinent factors are considered to determine each individual’s salary. Annual adjustments are made in January, based upon the staff member’s performance and a thorough review by the partners.
Basic Benefits
- Health insurance coverage
- Vacation and Personal paid time off
- Sick pay
- Holidays
- Discretionary Bonuses
Savings and Investment Plan
Other Special Benefits
- Flexible spending accounts for unreimbursed Medical and Child/Dependent Care
- CPA review course and exam fee partial reimbursement
- Voluntary dental insurance
- Life insurance is 100% company paid for the employee
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Position: Staff Accountant
Location: Raleigh, North Carolina
WILLIAMS OVERMAN PIERCE, LLP, a regional accounting and consulting firm with offices in Raleigh and Greensboro, currently has a position available in the Raleigh office for a staff accountant. At Williams Overman Pierce LLP you are a part of the process from the beginning until the end of an engagement; your experience and your voice matters. We offer an excellent work environment and competitive benefits, including: 401k plan, major medical and dental insurance, and a flexible spending plan.
Job Description:
Staff accountant is an entry-level position that enables a well qualified individual to gain experience in both the audit and/or tax practices of Williams Overman Pierce, LLP. This individual will work under close supervision by their engagement senior, supervisor, manager and/or partner.
Responsibilities include:
Assist in audit pre-planning, work papers, and client review
Learn how to develop relationships with client personnel
Perform engagements in an efficient manner to meet deadlines
Prepare financial statement reports and documentation supporting the firm’s opinion.
Prepare tax returns for individuals, corporations, and partnerships.
Provide tax planning and consulting for clients to help them achieve their goals.
Engage in tax research on a wide range of issues.
Follow tax compliance laws and discuss with clients as needed.
Requirements:
CPA or CPA Candidate
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
0-5 years recent public accounting experience
Effective communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels
Excellent organization skills and attention to detail
Positive attitude with desire to be an integral part of a team
Strong work ethic and desire to learn
Proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office
We invite you to click on this email link and indicate the position of interest and attach your resume to the email. We are only able to accept resumes that are in MS Word (.doc) or Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) formats.
Thank you for your interest in Williams Overman Pierce, LLP.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Position: Tax Senior
Location: Raleigh, North Carolina
WILLIAMS OVERMAN PIERCE, LLP, a regional accounting and consulting firm with offices in Raleigh and Greensboro, currently has a position available in the Raleigh office for a Tax Senior. Our ideal candidate will possess 3+ years of experience in a public accounting tax environment. We are looking for a qualiified individual to focus on managing our individual tax process as well as review and prepare tax returns.
Responsibilities include:
Perform technical tax review of 1040s. Independently research tax issues. Supervise and train staff. Identify issues and recommend solutions on complex tax issues. Contact clients regarding tax issues. Assume tax preparation responsibilities for more complex 1040s as well as business returns. Manage the 1040 workflow process.
Requirements:
Minimum of 3 years of public accounting experience. Experience with ProsystemFx and a paperless work environment a plus. CPA and multistate tax return experience strongly preferred. Must be able to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
PLEASE OUTLINE YOUR SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE IN YOUR COVER LETTER.
We invite you to click on this email link and indicate the position of interest and attach your resume to the email. We are only able to accept resumes that are in MS Word (.doc) or Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) formats.
Thank you for your interest in Williams Overman Pierce, LLP.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Position: Tax Season Accountant
Location: Raleigh, North Carolina
WILLIAMS OVERMAN PIERCE, LLP, a regional accounting and consulting firm with offices in Raleigh and Greensboro, currently has a position available in the Raleigh office for a seasonal tax accountant. This seasonal position would be available from February through April, with potential for an extended term of employment. Our ideal candidate will possess 2+ years of experience in a public accounting tax environment, with a concentrated focus on preparation of corporate, partnership, and individual income tax returns.
Responsibilities include:
Preparation of federal and state corporate and partnership income tax returns, preparation of tax depreciation schedules, preparation of tax computations and deferred tax computations. Preparation of personal income tax returns, including multiple K-1 data entry. Must be able to multi-task as well as communicate well with clients.
Requirements:
Minimum of 2 years of public accounting experience. Through knowledge of the tax process. CPA and multistate tax return experience strongly preferred. QuickBooks knowledge preferred. Must be able to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
We invite you to click on this email link and indicate the position of interest and attach your resume to the email. We are only able to accept resumes that are in MS Word (.doc) or Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) formats.
PLEASE OUTLINE YOUR SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE IN YOUR COVER LETTER.
Thank you for your interest in Williams Overman Pierce, LLP.
We look forward to hearing from you!