Senior Staff - Tax - Closely Held Business

Adams Brown; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Substantial paid time off

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

A financial services firm is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant with a strong focus on tax for closely held businesses in Manhattan, KS. The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance and has 3-5 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include preparing tax returns, conducting research, and maintaining client relationships, all while promoting a collaborative work culture.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in a relevant accounting position or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to demonstrate advanced technical knowledge through written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepares tax returns and conducts tax research for client strategies.
• Maintains accurate time and expense records to ensure proper billing.
• Works closely with principals and managers to enhance client service.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication

Client service oriented

Ability to analyze and prepare financial information

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Education

Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA certification or actively working toward it

Job description

Overview

Senior Staff - Tax - Closely Held Business role at Adams Brown. The firm specializes in services for construction and real estate, healthcare, agriculture, manufacturing, closely held business, local government and private asset solutions, with tax, accounting, payroll, audit, financial advisory, business valuation, technology and wealth management services nationwide.

Position Summary

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

FLSA Status: Exempt

Requirements

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 an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Major Duties And 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 related to tax preparation
• Uses reference materials in researching accounting issues
• Maintains accurate time and expense records to ensure proper billing of clients
• Complies with 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 and professional communication
• Works closely with principals, managers, and staff to integrate practice development skills into 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 and related systems and procedures
• Demonstrates advanced technical knowledge through written and verbal communication; develops communication skills
• Expands knowledge of 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

Desired Skills, Abilities And Characteristics

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

Location

Manhattan, KS