Required Freelance CPA, residence & licensed in Montana State

Required Freelance CPA, residence & licensed in Montana State Company: B4Q Assurance CPA PC Location: Montana, USA — Fully Remote Engagement Type: Independent Contractor / Freelance Work Schedule: Flexible, assignment-based Compensation: USD 20-40+ per authorized hour Reporting To: Managing Partner / Authorized Firm Representative Position Summary B4Q Assurance CPA PC is seeking a qualified Montana-licensed Certified Public Accountant to provide remote accounting, assurance, taxation, compliance and advisory support on a freelance basis. The CPA will assist with client engagements, review financial and supporting records, prepare professional workpapers, participate in virtual client meetings and support the firm’s quality-management and regulatory-compliance processes. This is an independent-contractor engagement. Work will be assigned according to client requirements, and no minimum number of hours or assignments is guaranteed. Key Responsibilities • Review financial statements, general ledgers, reconciliations and supporting documentation. • Assist with audit, review, compilation and agreed-upon procedures engagements. • Prepare and review engagement workpapers in accordance with firm procedures. • Support federal and state tax-return preparation and tax-compliance assignments. • Assist with SOC 1, SOC 2, internal-control and compliance engagements. • Perform analytical procedures, sampling, testing and documentation review. • Identify accounting, internal-control, reporting and compliance issues. • Prepare client queries, adjustment schedules and engagement summaries. • Participate in virtual meetings with clients and the B4Q Assurance team. • Review bookkeeping, payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable records. • Assist with financial reporting under applicable accounting frameworks. • Support risk assessments and internal-control evaluations. • Maintain accurate timesheets, invoices and assignment records. • Complete work within agreed deadlines and budgets. • Protect confidential client and firm information. • Follow professional ethics, independence and information-security requirements. • Maintain an active CPA licence and required continuing professional education. • Promptly disclose any actual or potential conflict of interest. • Cooperate with internal quality reviews, engagement reviews and corrective actions. Required Qualifications • Active and unrestricted Montana State CPA licence. • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field. • Practical experience in public accounting, taxation, assurance or financial reporting. • Knowledge of US GAAP and applicable professional standards. • Ability to prepare clear, complete and review-ready workpapers. • Strong analytical, communication and problem-solving skills. • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, accounting software and electronic document systems. • Ability to work independently in a remote environment. • Reliable internet connection and availability for virtual meetings. • Good professional standing with no undisclosed disciplinary restrictions. Preferred Qualifications • Experience with audit, review and compilation engagements. • Experience with SOC 1 or SOC 2 examinations. • Knowledge of internal controls and risk assessment. • Experience with federal and state business taxation. • Familiarity with CPA-firm quality-management requirements. • Experience working with small and medium-sized businesses. Performance Expectations The Freelancer CPA will be evaluated on: • Accuracy and completeness of work. • Compliance with professional and firm requirements. • Timely completion of assigned engagements. • Quality of workpaper documentation. • Responsiveness to review comments. • Client communication and professionalism. • Protection of confidential information. • Proper recording of authorized working hours. • Maintenance of professional independence and ethical conduct. Independent Contractor Terms • The CPA will provide services as an independent contractor, not as an employee. • Compensation will be USD 20 per authorized hour. • Only hours approved under the firm’s assignment process will be payable. • The contractor will submit

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