Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Five Star Tax Management; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Five Star Tax Resolution seeks a detail-oriented CPA to join our tax firm in California. The candidate will prepare financial statements, manage journal entries, and oversee payroll processing while ensuring regulatory compliance.

The role collaborates with clients to provide insights on financial performance and strategic planning, and assists in tax return preparation. Strong Excel skills and experience with QuickBooks/Quicken are highly desirable.

Qualifications

• CPA certification required or eligible.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• Experience with payroll processing and financial statement prep.
• Proficient with Excel for analysis.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze financial statements in compliance with standards.
• Manage journal entries and bank reconciliations.
• Oversee payroll processing and timely payments.
• Use QuickBooks and Quicken for financial management.
• Assist in tax return preparation and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with clients for insights and planning.
• Maintain organized financial records.

Skills

Journal entries

Bank reconciliations

Payroll management

Excel

Financial analysis

Education

CPA certification

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

Quicken

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Certified Public Accountant (CPA) to join our dynamic Tax Firm. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of accounting principles and practices, ensuring compliance with financial regulations while providing exceptional service to our clients. This role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Duties

• Prepare and analyze financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable standards.
• Manage journal entries and perform bank reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records.
• Oversee payroll processing, ensuring timely and accurate payment to employees.
• Utilize accounting software such as QuickBooks and Quicken for efficient financial management.
• Conduct technical accounting tasks, including the application of financial concepts in various scenarios.
• Collaborate with clients to provide insights on financial performance and strategic planning.
• Assist in the preparation of tax returns and ensure compliance with tax regulations.
• Maintain organized records of all financial transactions and documentation.

Skills

• Proficient in accounting practices, including journal entries, bank reconciliation, and payroll management.
• Strong knowledge of financial statement preparation and technical accounting principles.
• Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks and Quicken is highly desirable.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel for data analysis and reporting purposes.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to clients and team members.

Join Five Star Tax Resolution as we strive for excellence in our accounting services, providing valuable insights that help our clients succeed.