Senior Tax and Audit Accountant

Accurant, LLC; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Job summary

Accurant LLC, a progressive accounting and tax firm, seeks an experienced tax and audit accountant to support Austin, MN or Apple Valley, MN locations. We offer a competitive salary, incentive bonuses, and an excellent benefits package.

The role includes leading audits for nonprofit, for-profit, and government entities while preparing tax returns for individuals and businesses. Strong client communication and regulatory knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting required.
• CPA license or Enrolled Agent preferred.
• At least five years of tax prep experience in a CPA firm setting.
• At least five years of leading audits (non-profit and government).
• Must live near office for in-person client meetings.
• Strong knowledge of tax law, regulatory compliance, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead audits for nonprofit, for-profit, and government organizations.
• Prepare and review tax returns for individuals, nonprofits, and businesses.
• Discuss tax planning scenarios with clients.
• Research complex tax issues thoroughly.

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Lacerte

TaxDome

QuickBooks

Microsoft Office

Job description

Accurant LLC is a progressive, expanding, full-service accounting and tax firm with multiple locations throughout the Midwest. We’re looking for an experienced tax & audit accountant to work out of our Austin, MN or Apple Valley, MN location. Our firm offers flexibility, a competitive salary, incentive bonuses and an excellent benefits package.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a similar field required
• CPA license or Enrolled Agent certification preferred
• At least five years of extensive tax prep experience (individual, corporate and partnership tax) in a CPA firm setting
• At least five years of leading audits (non-profit and government) in a CPA firm setting
• Must live in close proximity to the office in order to meet with clients in-person
• Strong knowledge of tax law, regulatory compliance accounting, and financial reporting standards
• Desire to work in a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication & interpersonal skills, displaying the ability to connect & build relationships with clients, firm leadership and peers
• Confidence in professional aptitude & the ability to effectively convey skills, knowledge and qualifications to clients
• Experience with Lacerte, TaxDome, QuickBooks & Microsoft Office a plus

Responsibilities:

• Lead audits for non-profit, for-profit, and governmental organizations
• Prepare and review tax returns for individuals, non-profits and businesses
• Create and discuss tax planning scenarios with clients
• Conduct thorough research on complex tax issues
• Make final adjusting entries for business clients prior to preparing tax returns
• Review the work of less experienced staff
• Collaborate with clients to communicate tax strategies effectively, addressing inquiries related to tax reporting, tax law changes, and financial analysis
• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid CPE (for active CPA’s and Enrolled Agents)