Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

HireReady Partners; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HireReady Partners in Kalispell, MT seeks a licensed CPA to prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns, provide accounting and advisory services, and lead planning initiatives for individuals and various entities.

You will manage multiple projects during busy tax seasons while delivering exceptional service, maintain strong client relationships, and help clients optimize tax outcomes and cash flow through proactive guidance.

Qualifications

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, trusts/estates, and nonprofits.
• Conduct tax research and develop planning strategies to minimize liabilities and maximize savings.
• Provide accounting and advisory services and maintain strong client relationships.
• Respond to IRS and state notices and assist with audits as needed.
• Adapt to busy tax seasons while delivering accurate, timely service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review tax returns for diverse entities (individuals, partnerships, S-corps, C-corps, trusts, nonprofits).
• Conduct tax planning and research to optimize client outcomes.
• Provide accounting and advisory services and assist with financial reporting.
• Maintain strong client relationships and respond to notices or examinations.
• Meet deadlines during peak tax season and manage multiple projects.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Client-focused

Multitasking

Education

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Job description

• The CPA will be responsible for preparing and reviewing tax returns, providing accounting and advisory services, conducting tax planning, assisting with financial reporting, and maintaining strong client relationships.
• The ideal candidate is technically proficient, detail-oriented, client-focused, and capable of managing multiple projects during busy tax seasons while delivering exceptional service.
• Tax Services
  • Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for:
    • Individuals
    • Partnerships
    • S Corporations
    • C Corporations
    • Trusts and Estates
    • Nonprofit Organizations
  • Conduct tax research and analyze complex tax issues.
  • Develop tax planning strategies to minimize liabilities and maximize savings.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations.
  • Respond to IRS and state tax notices and correspondence.
  • Assist clients with tax audits and examinations as needed.
• Client Advisory Services
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to business owners and individual clients.
  • Provide guidance regarding entity selection, business growth, succession planning, and cash flow management.
  • Identify opportunities to improve financial performance and operational efficiencies.
  • Meet with clients regularly to discuss financial and tax strategies.

Position Summary

• The CPA will be responsible for preparing and reviewing tax returns, providing accounting and advisory services, conducting tax planning, assisting with financial reporting, and