Job Description

Senior Accountant Tax & Accounting

Compensation: DOE + potential bonus and benefits

What the person will do

We are looking for an experienced accountant who can handle a mix of tax work, accounting, and financial review for different types of clients.

In simple terms, this person should be comfortable with:

• Preparing personal and business tax returns.
• Handling day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping.
• Preparing financial statements and reports.
• Reconciling bank and financial accounts.
• Reviewing financial information for accuracy.
• Helping with tax planning and answering client questions.
• Supporting financial review and audit-related work when needed.
• Preparing supporting documents and workpapers.
• Working directly with clients to collect information and resolve issues.
• Helping junior team members and reviewing their work when required.

What we are looking for

The ideal candidate should have:

• 5+ years of experience in public accounting.
• Strong experience with tax preparation for individuals and businesses .
• Solid accounting and financial reporting knowledge.
• Some practical experience with audits, reviews, or compilations .
• Good understanding of accounting principles.
• Experience using Excel and accounting/tax software.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage several clients and deadlines at the same time.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA license or currently working toward becoming a CPA is preferred.

Important requirement

The person does not need to be an audit specialist . However, they must have some real-world experience with audit, review, or compilation work and be willing to assist with these assignments when required.

The strongest candidate will be someone who can primarily support tax and accounting work , while also having enough assurance experience to help with financial review engagements.

Simple explanation of the role

Think of this as a senior-level accountant who wears three hats :

1. Tax: Prepares and reviews tax returns and helps clients with tax planning.
2. Accounting: Handles bookkeeping, reconciliations, financial statements, and reporting.
3. Assurance: Helps check and verify financial information through audits, reviews, or compilations.

The person should also be comfortable speaking with clients, managing deadlines, and helping less-experienced accountants .

Compensation & Benefits

• Depending on experience.
• Overtime eligibility.
• Potential performance bonus.
• Health insurance.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Paid holidays.
• Professional training and continuing education.
• Career growth opportunities.

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