Tax Preparer​/Staff Associate - CPA Firm

Job Title:

Staff Associate - Tax Preparation

Company: SJLD Mgmt. (Scalco Johnson Leahy & Dudek, CPAs LLC)

Location:

Austin, TX 78735

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location:

In person (On-site)

SJLD is a small CPA firm located in Southwest Austin that provides expert financial and tax services to a diverse clientele. We offer comprehensive health benefits, a competitive compensation package, paid time off, and a collaborative work environment. Our team is committed to maintaining a positive company culture that values inclusivity, open communication, and professional development.

As a Staff Associate at SJLD, you will play a crucial role in providing tailored financial and tax solutions to our clients. Your responsibilities will include preparing complex business and personal tax returns, offering consulting services on a range of tax and accounting matters, and performing compilation, review, or audit work as needed. This position requires the ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and maintain a high level of attention to detail.

You will have the opportunity to develop innovative work methods and provide exceptional customer service to our clients.

• Preparation of complex business and personal tax returns
• Consulting on various tax and accounting issues
• Occasional compilation, review, or audit work
• Utilization of professional tax software, including Ultra Tax
• Adherence to professional standards of attest work
• Proficiency with technology and software programs such as Quick Books, Adobe, and Office 365
• Learning and adapting to new programs and technologies quickly
• Interaction with clients by phone and email, with excellent communication skills
• Translating complex financial information into understandable language for clients

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting (advanced degree is a plus)
• CPA or candidate
• 2+ years of general tax experience preferred
• Experience with Quick Books and other small business accounting software
• Experience as a controller or bookkeeper for a small business is a significant advantage
• Tax preparation and consulting experience with various entities (C Corps, S Corps, Partnerships, LLC’s, Individuals, and Nonprofits)
• Excellent research and project management skills
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Strong attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and data effectively
• Proactive self-starter
• Willingness to pursue ongoing professional development
• High integrity and honesty
• Sense of humor
• Strong work ethic
• Open-minded and inclusive
• Gracious and friendly

• Solutions:
  Solve client needs with your problem-solving skills
• Motivation:
  Encourage individuals to improve their financial future
• Peace of Mind:
  Earn the trust of clients with integrity, accountability, and effective time and data management

• Bring new ideas from your ongoing professional development back to the organization
• Sustain and enhance our positive company culture
• Contribute to shaping our company strategy by providing honest and constructive feedback

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Bonus compensation

If you are a motivated, detail-oriented individual with a passion for solving financial challenges and delivering exceptional client service, we encourage you to apply for the Staff Associate position at SJLD.