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Job description
Accountant – Tax & Small Business Accounting
An established accounting firm is seeking an Accountant to prepare individual and business tax returns and provide accounting support to small business clients. This role combines hands-on tax preparation, financial reporting, and client communication in a small, collaborative team.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, curious, and comfortable investigating discrepancies, asking thoughtful questions, and explaining accounting and tax information clearly to clients.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare individual and business tax returns and related schedules, collaborating with firm leadership to resolve technical questions.
Review client records, identify missing information, and follow up to support accurate and complete filings.
Research tax questions and investigate discrepancies in supporting documentation.
Provide small business accounting support, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
Prepare and review financial statements and explain results to clients in clear, practical terms.
Maintain accurate client records in QuickBooks Online and the firm’s accounting and tax systems.
Support depreciation schedules, fixed asset records, and tax-planning activities.
Maintain organized workpapers and manage deadlines across multiple clients.
Identify opportunities to improve accounting procedures and workflows.
Build strong client relationships through responsive communication and dependable service.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in accounting or a related field.
Experience preparing individual and business tax returns.
Strong understanding of small business accounting and financial statements.
Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel.
Strong analytical, organizational, and client communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaborate with a small team.
CPA or Enrolled Agent designation preferred.
Experience with Thomson Reuters accounting and tax software preferred.
Worksite address
city of greenfield, WI, 53220, US
Who can apply
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