Accountant I for Tax Preparation & Consulting
Beasley, Mitchell & Co., LLP · Green Valley, AZ · 2 days ago
AccountingFull-time
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.
- Absorb, minimize, or defer tax payments using proper regulations.
- Consults with clients to develop a basic understanding of their financial affairs and the scope of their tax liabilities.
- Analyses previous tax returns and financial documents to identify missing or incomplete information or documentation.
- Analyses all supplied financial information for accuracy.
- Uses the appropriate accounting software or system to prepare tax returns.
- Calculates taxes owed or refunds due to client, consults tax law publications for guidance on unusual situations.
- Sends tax returns to senior staff for review.
- Presents approved returns to clients.
- Fills out tax returns for clients.
- Maintain understanding and knowledge of 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
Typical Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm. Additional hours are required during peak season.