Tax Accountant

GreenStone Farm Credit Services; Adrian (MI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & holidays

401(k) plan with up to 9% match

Wellness subsidy

Student debt repayment / tuition

Yearly bonus/incentive

Job summary

GreenStone Farm Credit Services seeks a seasoned tax professional to join our team in Adrian, MI. You will deliver accurate tax planning, preparation, and advisory services to our clients while enjoying a balanced, supportive work culture.

We offer meaningful rewards, including competitive base pay with annual incentives up to 30% of base salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth within a well-respected Farm Credit institution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in public accounting or tax planning & preparation.
• CPA or Enrolled Agent designation is preferred.
• Must pass Farm Credit Income Tax Certification Exam after beginning employment.
• Strong understanding of tax laws and accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Perform tax projections and prepare tax returns.
• Process payroll tax payments and prepare payroll tax forms.
• Review and provide quality control for payroll & bookkeeping work.
• Actively market tax & accounting services to current and prospective customers.
• Assist in training and guidance for tax & accounting staff.
• Providing excellent internal and external customer service will be at the core of daily interactions.
• Handle daily customer interactions, such as answering calls and in-office meetings.

Skills

Tax planning and preparation

Public accounting experience

Tax research

Client service

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA or Enrolled Agent

Farm Credit Income Tax Certification Exam (required after start)

Tools

Tax software

Payroll tax systems

Job description

Are you a seasoned tax professional ready to be recognized for both your expertise and your time? At GreenStone Farm Credit Services, we deliver exceptional service to our clients - without compromising the well-being of our team.

If you're motivated by meaningful work and meaningful rewards, this opportunity is for you: earn up to 30% of your base salary in annual incentives while enjoying a healthier work-life balance than traditional public accounting firms. This will allow you to focus on meaningful client work without burnout.

Get to know GreenStone

Our $15 billion portfolio of customers, ranging from rural homeowners to global agriculture and food businesses, provides our employees with a unique opportunity to maintain a local presence while working for a top workplace. Our diverse business structure provides exciting opportunities for passionate, talented professionals in many areas. Additionally, many of our team members are highly respected in their area of expertise at both the state and national level making GreenStone one of the top Farm Credit associations in the country.

Culture

Core Four values steer everything we do at GreenStone. Customer First, Delivery Quality, Get involved, Do the right thing. Employees work as a team to create a company fueled by the desire to best serve each other and our customers every day. Greenstone culture promotes innovative thinking, professional development, health and wellness, and a relaxed work environment with flexible schedules.

What can we offer you?

GreenStone trusts the people we hire. We empower employees to make the best decisions for the customer and the company.

GreenStone has an outstanding Total Rewards package, which includes, but is not limited to:

• 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, and 12 paid holidays per year
• 401(k) plan - up to a 9% employer contribution/match
• $400/year Wellness Subsidy/Reimbursement & wellness programs
• $6,000 lifetime maximum Student Debt repayment program or tuition reimbursement
• Yearly bonus/incentive opportunity available to all benefit eligible employees

Day in the life of a Tax Accountant:

• Perform tax projections and prepare/review tax returns.
• Process payroll tax payments and prepare payroll tax forms.
• Review and provide quality control for payroll & bookkeeping work performed by the Tax & Accounting Assistant, intern, or temp.
• Actively and aggressively market tax & accounting services to current and prospective customers
• Assist in training and guidance for tax & accounting staff.
• Providing excellent internal and external customer service will be at the core of your daily interactions.
• This role will also consist of daily customer interactions, such as answering incoming calls and in office customer meetings.

What Experience can you Bring?

• Bachelor's degree in accounting is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in public accounting or tax planning & preparation is required.
• CPA or Enrolled Agent designation is preferred.
• Must pass the Farm Credit Income Tax Certification Exam after beginning employment.
• Strong understanding of tax laws and accounting principles.

What sets you Apart?

• Agricultural background.
• Strong leadership qualities and demonstrated initiative.
• Technical experience with individual, partnership and corporate tax returns, tax research, and tax software.

GreenStone Farm Credit Services is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We comply with all federal, state and local equal employment