Careers at Schmersahl Treloar & Co.

We understand the importance of meaningful career decisions. We are always genuinely appreciative of professionals that reach out to us in an effort to discuss opportunities resident within our firm to enhance your personal career development and to assist us in delivering exemplary client service.

We are extremely fortunate to continue to add talented individuals to join our team as we continue to grow.  This growth has been created by building upon past successes of our clients and our firm’s professionals unwavering commitment to excellence.

If you would like to schedule a visit to our office we would be very interested to learn more about your experiences, insights and to discuss next steps in your career. We look forward to discussing with you all of the tangible and intangible benefits that our firm has to offer. We would delighted to share our approach to client service to give you a better sense of your career options. As a firm, we are proud of our ability to assist with enriching the professional commitment of our professionals.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are at  the core of our values.  We embrace diversity, equity and inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and accessibility. Everyone has something authentic to bring to the table.  We stand committed to make everyone who is connected to our firm feel valued and welcome. Our employees, clients, vendors and our community- the more diverse and inclusive we are the better our firm is. We strive to make a difference.  Our ability to reach unity in diversity will be the beauty and the test of our civilization .” Mahatma Gandhi

Please contact us to discuss your professional development and career options. 

Resumes should be sent to Nathan Laurentius at nlaurentius@stcpa.com


Current Job Openings

Senior Accountant Position 

Senior accountants at Schmersahl Treloar are on the front lines.   They play a vital role by assisting the Partners or managers with the planning and execution of the attest engagements.   Seniors also assist with the supervision of staff on engagements and managing client relationships.

Position Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the completion of compilation, review and audit engagements
  • Assist with the planning of attest engagements
  • Testing and determining the effectiveness of internal controls
  • Correspond with client to obtain necessary information
  • Supervise and assist staff accountants on engagements
  • Prioritize and handle multiple tasks and deadlines
  • Assist in the training and development of staff accountants
  • Preparing corporate, individual, partnership, fiduciary and other tax forms, as needed
  • Performing special projects, as needed 

 Qualifications and Competencies

  • Strong analytical abilities
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Knowledge of GAAP, FASB and GAAS
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team, while functioning well independently
  • Organized and detail oriented
  • Client service oriented
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office products 
  • Willingness to learn and be adaptive to changing priorities along with strong communication and customer service skills

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Master’s degree 
  • CPA certified is preferred
  • 2+ years of experience public accounting experience 
  • Ability to work additional and non-traditional work hours 

Workplace Culture

  • Competitive salary
  • Employer provided health, dental, vision and life insurance
  • Matching 401(k) program
  • Generous paid time off
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Social and firm development opportunities

At Schmersahl Treloar, our family-oriented workplace culture separates us from the pack.  Our goal is to develop your career into what you want it to be.

About the Firm


Schmersahl Treloar is a top 20 St. Louis, Missouri full service accounting firm with a record of success for over 25 years. Our Firm provides high-level accounting, audit and tax services to our clients to help them make the best decisions to reach their goals.  We value being their most trusted advisor.  The one they pick up the phone to call whether they have an idea or a problem.  Internally, we create a family-oriented culture based on respect.  Career development opportunities are provided to help employees take their careers where they want them to go.  We are involved in multiple organizations around the St. Louis area.


To apply, please send your resume to nlaurentius@stcpa.com.



Staff Accountant Position 

Staff accountants at Schmersahl Treloar play a vital role in every engagement.  our staff accountant have the opportunity to gain both tax and audit experience through exposure to a variety of industries and clients.

Position Responsibilities

  • perform diversified audit, review and compilation procedures under direction of senior staff
  • preparing corporate, individual, partnership, fiduciary and other tax forms
  • preparing client financial statements
  • assisting senior staff with planning of engagements
  • interacting with client and firm personnel in a courteous and professional manner
  • being able to prioritize and handle multiple tasks
  • assisting with special projects, as needed

 Qualifications and Competencies

  • Strong analytical abilities
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Knowledge of GAAP, FASB and GAAS
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team, while functioning well independently
  • Organized and detail oriented
  • Client service oriented
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office products 
  • Willingness to learn and be adaptive to changing priorities along with strong communication and customer service skills

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or other related field with 150 credits
  • CPA license, or demonstrated ambition to obtain CPA certification

Workplace Culture

  • Competitive salary
  • Employer provided health, dental, vision and life insurance
  • Matching 401(k) program
  • Generous paid time off
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Social and firm development opportunities

At Schmersahl Treloar, our family-oriented workplace culture separates us from the pack.   Our goal is to develop your career into what you want it to be.


About the Firm

Schmersahl Treloar is a top 20 St. Louis, Missouri full service accounting firm with a track record of success for over 25 years. Our Firm provides high-level accounting, audit and tax services to our clients to help them make the best decisions to reach their goals.  We value being their most trusted advisor.  The one they pick up the phone to call whether they have an idea or a problem.  Internally, we create a family-oriented culture based on respect.  Career development opportunities are provided to help employees take their careers where they want them to go.  We are involved in multiple organizations around the St. Louis area.

To apply, please send your resume to nlaurentius@stcpa.com.



Accounting Internship Position 

Schmersahl Treloar is seeking interns to start in January 2022.  Interns have the opportunity to gain valuable experience through preparation of business, individual, and trust income tax returns.  

Position Responsibilities

  • preparing corporate, individual, partnership, fiduciary and other tax projects
  • assist with tax planning projects as needed
  • analyzing tax notices and preparing responses, as needed
  • developing the skills to work effectively as part of a team, while functioning well independently
  • becoming familiar with pertinent internal revenue code sections and regulations
  • learning tax and accounting research techniques

 

 Qualifications

  • working on a bachelor's or master’s degree in accounting
  • proficient with Microsoft Office products
  • strong written and oral communication skills
  • detail oriented
  • basic understanding of tax services
  • willingness   to   learn   and   be   adaptive   to   changing   priorities   along   with   strong communication and customer service skills
  • minimum 25+ hour workweek