Senior Tax Accountant

Go Green Tax; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Production bonuses

Team-building events

Job summary

A local accounting firm in Portland, OR seeks an experienced accountant to prepare complex returns and offer tax advisory services. The ideal candidate has strong technical skills, at least 3 years of tax experience, and the ability to work well in a team. This full-time position offers opportunities for professional growth and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of tax experience. CPA or working towards it preferred.
• Expertise in preparation of individual, corporate, partnership, trust, and multi-state tax returns.

Responsibilities

• Prepare complex individual and business returns.
• Research and develop tax planning strategies.
• Maintain relationships with clients as a trusted advisor.

Skills

Tax preparation expertise

Strong technical skills

Client communication

Team collaboration

Education

CPA preferred

3+ years of tax experience

Tools

ProConnect

TaxPlan IQ

Karbon

Truss

Outlook

QuickBooks Online (QBO)

Job description

Overview

Go Green Tax is seeking an experienced accountant to join our small, but mighty team. This role is for an experienced professional comfortable working with clients to prepare complex individual, corporate, partnership, and trust returns. CPA is a plus.

If you value a work-life balance, autonomy and tremendous upside potential, you should drop us a line. We have cultivated a book of business of clients we thoroughly enjoy working with, and need to hire an experienced person to help grow the business.

Responsibilities

• Prepare complex individual and business returns
• Prepare and present tax advisory work. Will be coordinating with Financial Planner.
• Collaborate with team to utilize online workflows for scheduling and job tracking
• Provide timely and high-quality service exceeding client expectations
• Research and develop tax planning strategies
• Maintain relationships with clients as a trusted advisor

Qualifications

• 3+ years of tax experience. CPA or working towards it preferred. EAs are awesome too.
• Expertise in preparation of individual, corporate, partnership, trust, and multi-state tax returns
• Strong technical skills: Our tech stack is ProConnect, TaxPlan IQ, Karbon, Truss, Outlook, QBO. Bonus points for being proficient in the first four. Minimum need to be proficient in the latter two.

Characteristics

• Humor and teamwork. We\'re a team of five. You will wear many hats, sometimes throughout the course of one day. If you have ever used the phrase, "That\'s not in my job description/union contract." we are not a good fit.
• Outstanding reading, writing, and verbal communication skills. You will be front facing with clients.
• Ability to prioritize and function efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• BBQ Thursdays. You will be in charge of grilling for the team on Thursday.

About the opportunity

Our small firm prides ourselves in creating a laid-back, comfortable space for our team and clients. This is a good opportunity for professionals interested in leadership in the accounting industry with potential for continued professional growth.

Hiring process

The hiring process will include an initial phone interview, a second in-person interview, and a final meeting if an offer is to be made. We are looking to hire for a November start-date.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation DOE. Health Insurance, 401K, Production Bonuses and ability to grow.

Job details

• Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries: Accounting
• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time

Location

Portland, OR

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