Tax Accountant

About the role

GreenStone Farm Credit Services offers an exceptional service to its clients, providing a healthier work-life balance than traditional public accounting firms. As a seasoned tax professional, you will have the opportunity to earn up to 30% of your base salary in annual incentives while maintaining a local presence within the top workplace.

Responsibilities

• Perform tax projections and prepare/review tax returns.
• Process payroll tax payments and prepare payroll tax forms.
• Review and provide quality control for payroll & bookkeeping work performed by the Tax & Accounting Assistant, intern, or temp.
• Actively and aggressively market tax & accounting services to current and prospective customers.
• Aid in training and guidance for tax & accounting staff.
• Provide excellent internal and external customer service.
• Engage in daily customer interactions, including answering incoming calls and participating in office meetings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in public accounting or tax planning & preparation is required.
• CPA or Enrolled Agent designation is preferred.
• Must pass the Farm Credit Income Tax Certification Exam after beginning employment.
• Strong understanding of tax laws and accounting principles.

Qualifications

• Agricultural background.
• Strong computer skills.
• Strong leadership qualities and demonstrated initiative.
• Technical experience with individual, partnership and corporate tax returns, tax research, and tax software.

Skills

• Strong understanding of tax laws and accounting principles.
• Ability to perform tax projections and prepare/review tax returns.
• Experience with payroll tax payments and tax software.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Benefits

• 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, and 12 paid holidays per year.
• 401(k) plan – up to a 9% employer contribution/match.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life/AD&D benefits, etc.
• $150/year Logo Wear allowance.
• $400/year Wellness Subsidy/Reimbursement & wellness programs.
• $6,000 lifetime maximum Student Debt repayment program or tuition reimbursement.
• Yearly bonus/incentive opportunity available to all benefit eligible employees.

Pay

• Earn up to 30% of your base salary in annual incentives.

Schedule

• Flexible schedule to promote a healthy work-life balance.