Staff Tax Accountant

Infinite Resources; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Yearly performance bonus

Company 401K contribution

Paid Time Off

Health insurance coverage

Disability coverage

Training reimbursement

Job summary

A financial services firm in Minneapolis seeks an experienced tax accountant to join their team. The role involves preparing various types of tax returns and advising clients on tax matters. Ideal candidates will have over 3 years of accounting experience, a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, and proficiency in accounting software. Competitive benefits include bonuses, 401K contributions, and comprehensive health coverage. This position requires effective communication skills and the ability to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional accounting experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively in various formats.
• Experience with accounting software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex accounting activities and financial analyses.
• Train and mentor junior staff.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual statements.

Skills

Accounting experience

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Software proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Accounting software

Job description

Summary

This position serves as a member of the tax team. The ideal candidate is able to advise clients on their taxes, and will be responsible for preparation of personal, non‑profit, partnership, and corporate tax returns. Candidates will also have the responsible to review financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex accounting activities and financial
• Analyses of General Ledger and Income Statements
• Train and mentor junior staff
• Perform variance analyses and prepare account reconciliations
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual statements
• File and maintain client records and adhere to client confidentiality policy.
• Update accounting knowledge by keeping current with best practices, with support of staff training
• Review journal entries of junior accountants to ensure accuracy
• Support managerial staff in administrative duties as it pertains to client services
• Coordinate more complex accounting projects and initiatives with other members of the accounting and finance team or with other departments
• Assist with financial and tax audits
• Performs other related duties as assigned (reports, analysis and review processes)

Highly detail‑oriented and organized Ability to meet a constant stream of deadlines Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with different levels of employees Superior analytical and problem‑solving skills Familiarity with accounting software and programs

Qualifications

• 3+ years professional accounting experience, either in a public accounting firm or in a private corporate environment
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, math, business administration, or a related field
• English proficiency required and second language (multilingual) proficiency preferred
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, on the phone, and in writing
• Previous experience with any accounting software preferred
• Proficient with IT and Microsoft Office Suites
• Applicants must be authorized to work full‑time in the United States

Qualifications

• Yearly performance bonus
• Company contribution to employee 401K plan and pension plan 3% to 15%
• Immediate Paid Time Off up to two weeks for all new hires
• Reimbursement for unused PTO annually
• 80% company paid health, vision and dental insurance coverage
• Company paid disability coverage and life insurance
• Company paid trainings and professional dues and licenses reimbursed