Accountant I for Tax Preparation & Consulting

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepare, complete and file tax returns for individuals and companies.
• Prepare tax forms and documents.
• Monitor and respond to tax authority communications.
• Offer advice and suggestions on reducing costs and improving profits.
• Aid clients with tax audits and other needs.
• Identify any taxes owed or to be received.
• Eliminate, minimize, or defer tax payments using proper regulations.
• Consult with clients to develop a basic understanding of their financial affairs and the scope of their tax liabilities.
• Analyse previous tax returns and financial documents to identify missing or incomplete information or documentation.
• Analyse all supplied financial information for accuracy.
• Use the appropriate accounting software or system to prepare tax returns.
• Calculate taxes owed or refunds due to client, consult tax law publications for guidance on unusual situations.
• Submit tax returns to senior staff for review.
• Present approved returns to clients.
• File tax returns for clients.
• Stay updated on changes in tax law and regulations by reading professional literature or attending tax seminars and training courses.

Minimum Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Detail oriented & ability to multi-task.
• Strong accounting, analytical and organizational skills.
• Extremely proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software with the ability to learn new or updated software.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field, required.
• 1 years’ experience in public accounting tax experience, preferred.
• Experience preparing individual tax return, preferred.

Physical/Mental/Visual Demands And Work Environment

• This job is conducted in an office work environment, sitting most of the time, working on a computer.
• Must be able to exert up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally.
• Some travel may be required.

Work Schedule

Typically, Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm. Additional hours are required during peak season.