Senior Tax & Audit Accountant

Accurant, LLC; Austin (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Accurant LLC in Austin, MN is seeking an experienced tax and audit accountant to join our growing firm. This role will lead audits for nonprofit, for-profit, and government entities, prepare tax returns for individuals and organizations, and develop tax planning strategies with clients.

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s in accounting, CPA/EA preferred, 5+ years of tax prep and audit leadership, and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced professional environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a similar field.
• 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

Skills

Client relationships

Auditing leadership

Tax planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CPA license or Enrolled Agent preferred

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 location. Our firm offers flexibility, opportunities for advancement, 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