Experienced Tax Preparer with Quickbooks Experience

NEPA Accounting & Consulting, Inc.; Kingston (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Busy Season Bonuses

Supportive Environment

Practice Integration

Job summary

NEPA Accounting & Consulting, Inc. in Kingston, PA is seeking a reliable Tax Accountant & Bookkeeper to join our tight-knit team.

You will prepare tax returns and perform hands-on bookkeeping while building relationships with our small-business clients. This role offers a clear path to advance into a Tax & Accounting Manager position as you grow with the firm, in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Real-world experience in tax or public accounting.
• Solid understanding of 1040 and business return mechanics.
• Proficient with QuickBooks Online/Desktop.
• Experience with ATX, UltraTax, Drake, ProConnect, or Lacerte.
• Friendly, professional attitude with client focus.
• CPA or EA is a plus; hands-on accuracy matters most.

Responsibilities

• Tax return preparation for individuals and entities.
• Full-cycle bookkeeping and monthly/ quarterly close.
• Engage with clients to gather records and provide updates.
• Support firm operations and client onboarding during busy season.

Skills

Tax Firm Background

Tax Knowledge

QuickBooks Skills

Software Flexibility

Communication & Personality

Credentialing

Tools

ATX

UltraTax

Drake

ProConnect

Lacerte

Job description

Job Description

Our local accounting practice is expanding, and we are looking for a reliable, hands-on Tax Accountant & Bookkeeper to join our tight-knit team. We take pride in maintaining a friendly, team-first environment where you get to know our clients, do meaningful work, and truly make an impact.

If you enjoy working in a collaborative small-office environment and are looking for a place where your hard work is rewarded and your career can grow, we'd love to speak with you.

The Opportunity & Growth

You will step right into a core preparation and accounting role, with a clear path to advance into a Tax & Accounting Manager position as you get comfortable with our firm and client base.

Key Responsibilities

• Tax Return Preparation: Prepare individual (1040) and business (1120, 1120S, 1065) tax returns accurately and efficiently.
• Full-Cycle Bookkeeping: Handle monthly/quarterly general ledger work, bank reconciliations, and financial reporting using QuickBooks.
• Client Engagement: Work directly with small business owners and individual clients to gather records, answer questions, and provide status updates.
• Firm Operations: Keep engagements on track through busy season and assist with client onboarding.

What We’re Looking For

• Tax Firm Background: Real-world experience working in a tax or public accounting practice.
• Tax Knowledge: Solid understanding of 1040 and business return preparation mechanics.
• QuickBooks Skills: Daily proficiency with QuickBooks Online and/or Desktop.
• Software Flexibility: Experience with professional tax software (we use ATX, but experience with UltraTax, Drake, ProConnect, or Lacerte translates easily and training will be provided).
• Communication & Personality: A friendly, professional attitude that makes clients feel comfortable and supported.
• Credentialing: CPA or EA license is a plus, but proven hands-on experience and accuracy are what matter most to us.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation: Pay is directly commensurate with your skills and background.
• Busy Season Bonuses: Extra rewards for your hard work during peak tax months.
• Supportive Environment: A stable, community-centered office culture that feels like family.
• Practice Integration: If you currently have a small book of business, we offer options to bring and merge your accounts into the firm.

Company Description

NEPA Accounting & Consulting is a professional firm that specializes in taxes, accounting, financial and analytical reporting and offer in compromise services. We work with individuals, partnerships, and businesses to report taxes, provide financial statements and deal with the IRS on your behalf.

Our mission as a firm is to serve our clients with great service, affordable pricing, and first-rate accounting work. We accomplish this mission through hard work, dedication to our clients and top rate customer service. Whether you have a simple tax return or need full book keeping services we are the firm for you.

Company Description

NEPA Accounting & Consulting is a professional firm that specializes in taxes, accounting, financial and analytical reporting and offer in compromise services. We work with individuals, partnerships, and businesses to report taxes, provide financial statements and deal with the IRS on your behalf.
Our mission as a firm is to serve our clients with great service, affordable pricing, and first-rate accounting work. We accomplish this mission through hard work, dedication to our clients and top rate customer service. Whether you have a simple tax return or need full book keeping services we are the firm for you.