Williams Overman Pierce, LLP was founded in 1971 by David Williams. Our firm consists of approximately 45 members, of whom eight are partners. We have offices in Raleigh and Greensboro, with the majority of our client base focused in the Triangle and Triad areas.

Williams Overman Pierce, LLP serves a wide range of clients, the majority of which are closely-held businesses. We provide traditional services such as audit and accounting, financial disclosure and tax preparation and planning. However, consulting has become an integral part of the services we provide to our clients. Our firm also provides litigation support, business valuations, expert testimony, strategic planning, systems and controls, profitability analysis and many other general business consulting services.

Opportunity for Advancement
There is ample opportunity for advancement due to the constant growth of our firm and the expanding staff requirements. Promotions are based not on seniority but on performance, leadership and willingness to accept responsibility. Professional progress is continually reviewed through formal and informal procedures.

Professional Development
The goal of Williams Overman Pierce, LLP is for all members of our firm to maintain the highest level of professional competency and proficiency. Staff members annually attend internal and external training courses. Our firm also encourages staff involvement in professional and civic organizations.

Salaries
Careful consideration is made in determining starting salaries. Educational achievements, business experience and other pertinent factors are considered in determining each individual’s salary. Annual adjustments are made, based upon the staff member’s performance and a thorough review by the partners.

Benefits
Williams Overman Pierce, LLP offers an attractive benefits package, which includes the following:

• Health Insurance paid 100% for the employee
• Life Insurance paid 100% for the employee
• Cafeteria Plan for pre-tax savings
• 2 Retirement Plans (401K Match and Target Benefit Plan)
• Vacation / Personal time starting at 2 weeks
• Sick pay starting at 1 week
• Holidays (9)
• Voluntary Dental Insurance

Working Environment
Williams Overman Pierce, LLP takes great care in selecting staff members to join our firm. The partners recognize the importance of the firms members and their contributions to the success of the firm. We have an open-door policy and stress the importance of communication. The firm has an Employee Advisory Board, consisting of non-partner members from all levels within the organization. The Board serves the firm by ensuring communication between the partners and employees.

Social events are planned throughout the year to bring family and friends of the firm together outside of the office. Annual events include the April 15th celebration, our fall picnic, and the annual Christmas party. The Employee Advisory Board also hosts functions including baseball games, office lunches, and charity events.

The partners at Williams Overman Pierce, LLP recognize the importance of maintaining balance between career and personal interests. The partners and staff work together to determine each individual’s career goals and set forth a plan to achieve those goals.

Conclusion
Public accounting is one of the most respected professions in the country. Williams Overman Pierce, LLP strictly adheres to the standards, ethics and principles that have helped public accounting earn its excellent reputation.

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William Overman Pierce, LLP Openings
We are always looking for qualified candidates to join our team. Please send us a copy of your resume to P.O. Box 31823 Raleigh, NC 27622 or email to hr@wopcpa.com.

WILLIAMS OVERMAN PIERCE, LLP, a regional accounting and consulting firm with offices in Raleigh and Greensboro is seeking candidates to fill the following positions in the Raleigh office.  If interested, please respond: email: hr@wopcpa.com  fax: (919) 782-2552, mail: PO Box 31823, Raleigh, NC  27622

Staff Accountants - position currently available in the Raleigh office & Greensboro office for Staff Accountants.  Applicants should have a minimum of 2-4 years of Public Accounting experience (CPA or candidate).

• Carry out day-to-day activities of audit engagements of wide range of industries

• Activities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Prepare financial statements and footnotes

• Reconcile bank accounts through review of supporting documentation

• Reconcile subsidiary accounts to control accounts

• Prepare schedule for accrued expenses

• Request, analyze, and report on financial information

• Discover and communicate accounting and auditing matters to Senior Associates, Managers, and Partners

• Identify performance improvement opportunities for client

• Interact with clients to help ensure that the information flow from the client to the audit team is efficient

• Understand and utilize Williams Overman Pierce Audit Methodology

Senior Accountant - position currently available in the Raleigh office for a Senior Accountant.  Applicants should have 2-6 years of public accounting experience (CPA or candidate).  The candidate must be able to perform and direct a broad range of accounting tasks. 

Audit Manager - position currently available in the Raleigh office for an AUDIT MANAGER.  Applicants should have 7+ years of public accounting experience.  CPA required.

• Manage and supervise the execution of external audit engagements of clients in a wide range of industries

• Maintain steady contact with client throughout the year.

• Prepare engagement letter and secure complete understanding from the client of the nature, term and estimation of fees.

• Maintain constant communication stream between client, staff, and partners in order to effectively and efficiently complete engagement

• Identify new service growth opportunities for assigned clients.

• Assist with activities that foster the career development of team members.

• Activities include, but are not limited to:

• Being familiar with the qualifications and capabilities of audit staff members

• Assigning staff to engagements according to their capabilities and opportunities that will facilitate learning

• Supervise audit staff and coach to obtain optimal results

• Conduct quarterly engagement reviews of audit staff members

• Understand and utilize Williams Overman Pierce Audit methodology.

Tax Manager – position currently available in the Raleigh office for a TAX MANAGER.  Applicants should have 7+ years of public accounting experience.  CPA required. 

• Advising clients on proper tax strategies to obtain optimal results in a timely and responsive manner by effectively applying tax knowledge to client circumstances

• Building client relationships and identifying client needs for additional services

• Reviewing tax returns of individuals, corporations, and partnerships

• Engage in tax research on a wide range of issues

• Follow tax compliance laws and address them with clients as needed

• Mentoring and guiding staff through effective feedback

• Staying abreast of latest trends and developments and applying them appropriately

• Communicating work status with team members

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