Senior Staff - Tax - Closely Held Business

Adams Brown; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Comprehensive benefit package

Substantial paid-time-off

Job summary

A regional accounting firm in Jonesboro is seeking a Senior Staff - Tax to prepare tax returns and provide accounting services. The ideal candidate has a Master's degree in Accounting or Finance, is a licensed CPA, and possesses 3-5 years of relevant experience. This role promotes a flexible work environment and a strong culture of growth and respect.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in a relevant position or equivalent education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepares tax returns and conducts tax research.
• Maintains accurate time and expense records.
• Works with managers and staff to enhance client services.

Skills

Confidentiality of information

Effective communication

Client service oriented

Learning software applications

Analytical financial information

Organizational skills

Good judgment

Education

Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Licensed CPA or actively working towards CPA certification

Job description

Overview

Adams Brown specializes in serving clients in industries including construction and real estate, healthcare, agriculture, manufacturing, closely held business, local government and private asset solutions families. In addition, we offer holistic tax, accounting, payroll, audit, financial advisory, business valuation, technology and wealth management services to clients throughout the nation. With office locations throughout the Central U.S., we serve a diverse range of clients with tailored solutions to help them reach their financial goals.

Position: Senior Staff - Tax - Closely Held Business

Position Summary

The individual in this position prepares tax returns, standard accounting work papers and statements, and other financial reports. Responsibilities also include preparing statistical and account analyses. The Senior Staff Accountant is familiar with tax and audit standard concepts, practices, and procedures. May lead and direct the work of others. Relies on experience and judgment to accomplish goals. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is expected. This position will be on the Closely Held Business team.

Responsibilities

• Prepares tax returns and conducts tax research to develop strategies and planning opportunities for clients
• Prepares a variety of detailed accounting and statistical functions relating to tax preparation
• Uses reference materials in researching accounting issues
• Maintains accurate time and expense records to ensure proper billing of clients
• Complies with relevant continuing professional education requirements of the AICPA, State Board of Accountancy, Governmental Accounting Standards, and the firm
• Recommends and assists in the implementation of new or revised accounting systems
• Enhances the firm image by demonstrating “executive presence” in manner, spoken and written word, and professional appearance
• Works closely with principals, managers, and staff to integrate practice development skills into a team approach to client service and new business development
• Maintains strong client service relationships and cross-sell services as appropriate
• Demonstrates knowledge of all technical aspects of the job, including related knowledge of necessary systems and procedures
• Demonstrates advanced technical knowledge effectively through written and verbal communication; seeks to continuously develop communication skills
• Increasingly builds knowledge base on the firm’s industry lines and service offerings
• Promotes the ideas, values, mission, and vision of the firm and supports the one-firm concept
• Proactively seeks knowledge, new tasks, and responsibilities
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Experience and Education

• Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or bachelor’s degree with the 150-hour requirement to sit for the CPA exam
• Licensed CPA or actively working toward CPA certification
• 3–5 years in a relevant position or equivalent combination of education and experience

Skills and Qualifications

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of firm and client information
• Effective oral and written communication
• Client service oriented
• Commitment to the profession and the firm
• Aptitude to learn and effectively use multiple software applications
• Ability to apply accounting principles to analyze and prepare financial information
• Excellent organizational skills
• Confidence and good judgment when interacting with colleagues, supervisors, and clients
• Ability to work well with others

Working Conditions

Adams Brown, LLC promotes a flexible work environment with a deep commitment to technology and modern work arrangements. Our offices are open from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday during tax season and offices close at noon on Fridays outside of tax season. We are closed on major holidays, offer substantial paid-time-off, a comprehensive benefit package, competitive pay structure, and a culture of growth, clarity, and respect. Adams Brown, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.