Senior Tax Preparer​/Bookkeeper

Description

Robert Half is partnering with a well-established local CPA firm seeking a Senior Tax Preparer / Bookkeeper to join its growing team on a permanent basis. This role is ideal for an experienced tax professional who enjoys working directly with small business and individual clients while handling a blend of tax preparation, bookkeeping, and general accounting responsibilities.

The firm serves a diverse client base consisting primarily of individuals and small businesses and offers a collaborative environment with strong work-life balance initiatives, including summer half-day Fridays and extended holiday weekends.

Responsibilities Include:

- Prepare individual, business, partnership, and corporate tax returns.

- Maintain client bookkeeping records and perform account reconciliations.

- Support month-end and year-end accounting processes for small business clients.

- Prepare financial statements and related reports.

- Assist clients with payroll, sales tax, and other routine accounting matters.

- Review financial records for accuracy and identify potential tax planning opportunities.

- Communicate directly with clients regarding tax and bookkeeping questions.

- Utilize Quick Books and Pro Series to manage client engagements and tax filings.

- Support additional accounting and advisory projects based on experience level.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

-Established CPA firm with a loyal client base.

-Flexible hiring approach based on experience level.

-Open to experienced tax preparers, EAs, CPAs, and accounting professionals with strong tax backgrounds.

-Summer half-day Fridays and extended holiday weekends.

-Medical, dental, vision, PTO, company-paid long-term disability, and Simple IRA plan.

-Compensation flexibility for experienced candidates, with additional bonus opportunities potentially available for senior-level professionals.

Salary Range: $80,000 - $110,000 base salary, with ability to flex up or down depending on experience.

Requirements

Qualifications:

-Experience preparing tax returns for individuals and small businesses.

-Bookkeeping and general accounting experience required.

-Familiarity with Quick Books and tax preparation software preferred.

-Ability to work independently and manage multiple client engagements.

-Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

-CPA, EA, public accounting experience, or equivalent tax preparation background is a plus but not required.

Ideal Backgrounds

-Senior Tax Preparer

-Tax Accountant

-Staff or Senior Accountant with tax experience

-Bookkeeper with significant tax preparation responsibilities

-Enrolled Agent (EA)

-CPA

-Career Tax Professional

This is an excellent opportunity for a tax and accounting professional seeking a long-term home with a respected local firm that values practical experience, client relationships, and quality work.

For more information or confidential consideration, please reach out to Hayden Bauer.

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