Experienced Accountant, Tax Services

RubinBrown LLP; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

RubinBrown LLP in Kansas City seeks an Experienced Staff member for Tax Services to manage client engagements with precision. Responsibilities include tax return preparation, client consultations, and team supervision.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's/Master's in Accounting and a CPA, with at least two years of relevant tax experience. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of current and/or recent tax experience in public accounting.
• Strong technical skills and ability to utilize technology effectively.
• Excellent supervisory, analytical, and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review tax returns for individuals and business entities.
• Consult on financial and tax matters to identify planning opportunities.
• Supervise tax staff and manage client engagements.

Skills

Tax research and planning

Client communication

Team leadership

Technical proficiency in accounting

Excellent verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor's/Master's degree in Accounting

CPA or related certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

RubinBrown is one of the nation’s leading accounting and professional consulting firms with a commitment to building personal relationships and delivering totally satisfied clients. The RubinBrown name and reputation are synonymous with experience, integrity and value. RubinBrown has revenue of approximately $240 million with 1000+ team members across locations in Chicago, Denver, Kansas City, Las Vegas, Nashville, and St. Louis.

Overview

The Experienced Staff, Tax Services professional manages client engagements with precision and quality, blending technical expertise, client communication, and team leadership to deliver insights, strengthen relationships, and drive performance improvements.

Major Responsibilities

• Tax return preparation and review
• Working with clients to review, complete and edit their record keeping
• Tax research and planning
• Consulting on financial and tax matters
• Understand tax technical issues commensurate with level of experience
• Plan and execute the day-to-day activities of tax engagements of various clients in accordance with RubinBrown Client Service Standards
• Prepare and/or review tax returns for business returns (partnership, "C" corporation, "S" corporation, Not-for-Profit) and individuals
• Identify and communicate tax planning ideas for clients, including tax research, computations and related documentation
• Identify and communicate accounting matters to other engagement team members
• Identify performance improvement opportunities
• Work closely with and directly communicate with partners, managers, and other team members, in addition to client personnel
• Supervise the tax staff assigned to the engagement (if designated as In-Charge)
• Participate in the budget process

Preferred Experience/Background/Skills

• Bachelor's/Master's degree in Accounting or related degree, CPA or other related certification
• A minimum of two years of current and or recent tax experience in public accounting
• Strong technical skills including the ability to effectively utilize technology and the commitment to learning in the technology environment
• Excellent supervisory, analytical and leadership ability
• Have the ability to meet challenging client requirements, provide services, and possess strong communication, interpersonal, analytical and research abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word and Excel required)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strict adherence to professional ethics
• Ability to successfully contribute to the success of a strategic business unit of the firm

Working Conditions

• The typical office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Ability to work extra hours as determined by the workload and client expectations.
• Travel for this position will be approximately 5% of the year.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to move throughout office.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull up to 10-30 pounds.
• Ability to effectively communicate with clients, team members, etc.

One Firm

To foster a highly respected, inclusive culture that helps foster and promote an environment that is diverse and equitable for all team members and the firm to achieve growth and deepened expertise. RubinBrown is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter. EEO Employer W/M/Vet/Disabled RubinBrown is an independent member of Baker Tilly International, the 9th largest accounting and business advisory network in the world. For more information, visit www.RubinBrown.com.