Accountant, Tax Accountant, Public Accounting

Job Description

Local CPA firm is seeking a highly motivated Payroll Specialist/bookkeeper to join our team for full time and year round employment. Selected candidates must be available to work some evenings and Saturday's, if business needs dictate.

• Prepare Payroll and payroll tax returns and make payroll tax payments
• Prepare Bookkeeping
• Prepare and assist with simple to complex tax returns for individuals and businesses.
• Perform tax research where appropriate.
• Perform all work in compliance with the firm's policies and procedures.
• Review information provided by clients and interviewers, as well as copies of previous tax returns, wage statements from employers and year-end interest and dividend summaries.
• Accurately prepare tax return work papers (business returns).
• Prepare and check tax returns, forms and schedules.
• Perform office duties as required and assist other staff members in other departments as needed

• BA/BS in Accounting or related field or related equivalent work experience in accounting.
• Knowledge of basic accounting concepts
• Basic tax return preparation but not required.
• Strong technical, analytical and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent client service interaction, with an ability to handle pressure in a positive, professional manner.
• Available for work Monday through Friday, including some Saturday's/Sunday if business needs dictate.

• Experience with a public accounting firm preferred.
• Experience with Pro Series Tax software and Quick Books preferred
• Work with office machines including fax, copier, printer and scanner.
• Work in a fast-paced and time-sensitive environment with frequent interruptions.
• Sit for extended periods of time.
• Type/enter data at a keyboard regularly.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: DOE

We have created additional measures to have a safe office environment for all employees and clients