Tax Accountant - CPA or EA - Remote (PA417065)

  • Full-time

Company Description

Remote Tax Accountant, needed to prepare tax returns for small businesses and individuals, financial statements and work on various tax planning, tax resolution and tax consulting engagements. A passion for client relationship management and HEAVY small business tax preparation and knowledge a MUST.  CPA or EA REQUIRED!

Our client, an accounting firm serving clients for almost 30 years, is seeking a motivated, hard-working, and dedicated Remote Tax Accountant to join their team. CPA or EA REQUIRED.  CPA preferred.  5+ years of small business tax consulting and preparation.  Exceptional Salary, Bonuses, Benefits and Work Life Balance all within a family like culture.  

Job Description

  • Prepare Corporate, Partnership, and Individual tax returns. Prepare and review throughout the year estimated tax assumptions to ensure "No Surprises" arise.
  • Experience preparing Federal state and City tax returns.
  • Review and advise client regarding effects of business activities on taxes, and on strategies for minimizing tax liability.
  • Ensure client complies with all taxing authority requirements and represent client before taxing authorities as needed.
  • Respond to notices on behalf of clients and facilitate audits of clients' records as they arise.
  • Organize and maintain tax records and conduct tax studies and special projects.
  • Analyze/Prepare client financial statements based on the accounting/bookkeeping work provided to ensure the records are prepared in accordance with tax law requirements.
  • Coach/Train and Develop team members on tax preparation skills. Continue to stay apprised of changes in tax laws and communicate changes among team members.
  • Consistently market the business and services offered and solicit referrals to foster growth.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree: Required
  • Must have CPA and/or EA designation: Required
  • 5+ Years of Small Business Tax Consulting/Preparation
  • Must have experience preparing city tax returns or similar returns such as boroughs, townships, etc
  • Experience representing clients before taxing authorities to resolve tax matters
  • Thorough understanding of Accounting and Tax principles
  • Experience engaging clients in tax planning strategies to reduce tax liabilities. 
  • Ability to work independently with little supervision
  • Results oriented
  • Project Management skills; Completes projects on time and within budget.
  • Must be knowledgeable with QuickBooks and Sage (Peachtree) products as well have a working knowledge of PC applications like Excel, Word, and Outlook.
  • An understanding of the Creative Solutions Suite (CS Accounting, Ultra Tax CS, Fixed Assets CS, File Cabinet CS, Practice CS, etc.) a plus. 
  • Understanding network infrastructure and how to solve computer software or hardware related matters is also a plus.

Additional Information

What’s in it for you…….

  • The ability to work remote or on-site
  • Family work life balance
  • Be a part of a progressive growing firm
  • Period bonuses based on performance
  • Health Insurance
  • Retirement Plan with Match
  • Paid Vacation, Personal Days and Holidays
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability 100% paid by firm
  • And more…

If you feel you have the necessary qualifications please forward your resume and state what you would require on a salary basis.