Job Description
Due to growth, we are currently hiring for an experienced individual to join our team as a ‘Accountant / Tax Preparer’!
*Preferred Qualification(s): CTEC-Registered Tax Preparer and/or Enrolled Agent (E.A)
Salary: Starting at $62,000 to $72,000.00 per year (Depending on Experience)
Office Location: Covina, CA (91723)
Job Description/Duties:
- Preparation of tax returns for Individual, Corporate, S-Corp, LLC/LLP Partnership; additional knowledge of Non-Profit, Estate and Trust Tax Returns, a plus.
- Advise clients based on a demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in advanced skills related to tax preparation and accounting.
- Preparing quarterly Payroll and Sales tax returns.
- Financial statement preparation.
- Skilled ability to perform QuickBooks bank account reconciliations.
- Analyze tax reporting agency notices.
- Actively engage in client services, as needed, and complete client requests in a timely basis.
- Be available for clients on specific tax issues or questions when required and communicate to appropriate personnel when important tax or accounting developments affect our clients.
- Actively engage with manager and staff on various projects regarding income tax preparation, financial statements, client development and questions.
- Excellent verbal & written communications skills.
- Ability to work overtime and available schedule through tax season, including weekends.
Qualifications:
- 3+ or more accounting and/ or tax experience.
- Preferred Qualification(s): Enrolled Agent (E.A) and/or CTEC-Registered Tax Preparer
- Strong working knowledge and experience in an accounting and/or bookkeeping role.
- Knowledge and background in accounting and bookkeeping; experienced and proficient in QuickBooks Bank Reconciliations, recording financial transactions on QuickBooks.
- Professional, well organized, detail-oriented skillset.
- Clear verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong communication skills; must be open to active engagement with clients and staff, such as daily conversations, client meetings, etc.
- Must be able to work independently on client needs, but also contribute to overall team goals.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Positive energy level displays enthusiasm and is an active team member.
- Ability to prioritize and manage time to meet deadlines.
- Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.
- Dependable and on-time for scheduled workdays.
- Spanish Bilingual (Recommended – a plus)
Software Qualifications:
- Preferred: Strong Knowledge of Lacerte tax software.
- Working knowledge of QuickBooks Online and/or Desktop software.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Benefits/Compensation:
- Competitive compensation based on experience.
- Bonuses based on performance.
- 401(k) Employer-matching retirement plan.
- Health insurance.
- Paid vacation.
- Paid sick time.
- Paid federal holidays (at discretion of management).
Salary:
- Salary: Starting at $62,000 to $72,000.00 per year (Depending on Experience)
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Full Time: 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime options & availability
- Weekend options & availability
Preferred Experience:
- Lacerte
- QuickBooks
- Spanish Bilingual (Recommended – a plus)
License/Certification:
- Preferred Qualification(s): Enrolled Agent (E.A) and/or CTEC-Registered Tax Preparer
Position Title: Accountant / Tax Preparer
We provide the following services:
- Accounting Services
- Income Taxes
- Tax Preparation
- Tax Problems
- Tax Representation
- Consulting
- Bookkeeping
- We are also Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisors