Accountant, Financial Reporting, Tax Accountant

Job Description

Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records for multiple clients across various industries. This role includes daily bookkeeping tasks, payroll processing, sales tax processing, bank reconciliations, and preparation of financial reports. The ideal candidate is dependable, client-focused, and able to manage multiple engagements in a fast-paced environment. The role requires a Bachelor's degree, strong analytical and leadership skills, and often a CPA designation.

• Record daily financial transactions, including bills, invoices, deposits, and journal entries
• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations
• Analyze account variances and reconcile balance sheet accounts
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and/or annual financial statements and supporting schedules for clients
• Maintain general ledger accuracy for multiple clients
• Process full-cycle payroll for assigned clients and prepare payroll tax filings
• Prepare and file state and federal payroll reports (e.g., 941, 940, state unemployment, W-2s, 1099s)
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual sales tax filings
• Support tax preparation teams with GL data and schedules
• Communicate with clients to gather financial information and clarify account issues
• Handle special projects and ad-hoc reporting as assigned
• Assist managers and partners with special projects as needed

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
• CPA or CPA-eligible preferred
• 2–4 years of accounting experience, preferably in public accounting or a multi-client environment
• Strong understanding of the tax basis of accounting and general ledger processes
• Experience with Quick Books accounting software
• High proficiency with Microsoft Products
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy

CPA firm based in Central Arkansas, with offices also located in McGehee and Hazen.