Senior Accountant Jobs

The Senior Accountant is an integral part of the process of preparing and reviewing tax returns for individuals and businesses; and assisting with tax planning, and business advisory services.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Prepares and reviews responses to IRS/State tax notices and correspondence.
• Manages multiple client engagements completing them on time and within budget.
• Reviews simple and intermediary tax returns.
• Protects the confidentiality of client and Firm information.
• Effectively communicates with clients - answers questions, gathers necessary information for tax return and other projects, etc.
• Develops tax law expertise.
• Has a solid understanding of the Firm's services. Listens for and identifies opportunities for the Firm to provide additional services to clients.
• Provides advisory services to clients.
• May assist with providing other client services such as payroll and/or bookkeeping.
• Develops and maintains technical competencies and other skills. Actively seeks out and participates in training and continuing education opportunities.
• Consults with client and uses tax law knowledge to provide tax planning guidance.
• Assists with training and mentoring others.
• Researches technical tax issues related to return preparation.
• Prepares intermediary and complex federal and state income tax returns for individuals and businesses.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to thrive in a changing work environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Actively participates in organizational meetings and discussions.
• Excellent critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills.
• Strong desire to learn new skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Ultra Tax, Accounting CS, QuickBooks or related software.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and work independently or as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and handle pressure in a positive and professional manner.

Education And Experience

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Business, or related field with at least two years of related experience; or Associates degree in Accounting or Business, or related field with at least five years of related experience; or the equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Enrolled Agent or Certified Public Accountant designation or eligibility for either, preferred.
• Two years of tax preparation experience required. Three years tax experience in public accounting, preferred.