Manager, Accounting

Description Kforce is partnering with a client in the Saint Louis, MO area to identify an Accounting & Tax Manager. This role will focus primarily on individual and business tax preparation, while also providing exposure to bookkeeping, payroll, client relationships, and process improvement. This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional looking to expand their technical expertise, take ownership of client work, and grow their career in a dynamic, supportive environment.

Responsibilities:
* Lead a team of three employees and manage key vendor and external relationships with wealth managers, attorneys, and business leaders
* Review individual, partnership, S corporation, and C corporation tax returns while conducting tax research and supporting year-end planning
* Manage IRS and state correspondence, including audit and notice responses, while staying current on tax law changes
* Support monthly bookkeeping, reconciliations, Quick Books implementation, and other accounting technology initiatives for small business clients
* Provide clients with day-to-day accounting guidance and clear monthly financial reporting and recommendations
* Support employee benefit setup, including 401(k) and insurance programs
* Identify and implement process improvements, best practices, and system standardization to improve efficiency and the client experience Requirements
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting and active CPA license
* Strong organizational, time management, communication, and problem-solving skills
* Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Quick Books; CCH and/or Drake preferred
* Self-motivated and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Job Type Direct Hire Compensation
110000 - $125000