Tax Accountant

Taylor CPA and Associates; Columbus (GA); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with matching contributions

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Employee discounts and assistance programs

Job summary

A regional accounting firm in Columbus, GA, is seeking an experienced tax professional to prepare business and individual tax returns. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience in corporate, individual, and partnership taxation, along with proficiency in CCH Axcess and QuickBooks Software. Responsibilities include communicating with taxing authorities, collaborating with a diverse team, and managing relevant data. The firm offers comprehensive benefits and potential remote work options for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience with corporate, individual, and partnership taxation.
• Minimum three years of experience with CCH Axcess and QuickBooks Software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing business and individual tax returns.
• Communicating with taxing authorities and attending client meetings.
• Collaborating with professionals on client matters.
• Attending training sessions to enhance technical skills.
• Managing and updating data using database applications.
• Create financial and statistical tools and reports for management using spreadsheets
• Maintain and update relevant data using database applications
• Onboard new clients
• Update SOP documents at least once annually
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Corporate taxation

Individual taxation

Partnership taxation

CCH Axcess

QuickBooks Software

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

CCH Axcess

QuickBooks

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Job description

What We’re Looking For…

• Minimum two years of experience with corporate, individual, and partnership taxation.
• Minimum three years of experience with CCH Axcess and QuickBooks Software
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint skills
• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required

What You’ll Be Doing…

• Preparing business and individual tax returns
• Communicating with taxing authorities, writing memos, or attending client meetings.
• Collaborating with professionals with diverse skill sets and areas of expertise on client matters
• Engaging in regular discussions with your colleagues to exchange ideas and feedback
• Attending training sessions to sharpen you technical skills and learn how to best serve your clients. Assemble tax return packages for client/government filings, including e-filings
• Create financial and statistical tools and reports for management, using spreadsheets
• Manage, organize, and update relevant data using database applications
• Maintain and track the extended returns and mark returns completed and roll them to next year’s due date
• Onboarding new clients
• Assisting in updating Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) documents at least once annually
• Other duties as assigned

Skills that benefit TCPA

• Ability to communicate effectively at every level of the organization
• Exceptional organization skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work a flexible schedule

Why Join Taylor CPA & Associates, PC?

• 401k with Matching Contributions
• Fortune 500 level Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Voluntary Benefits)
• Paid Time Off
• Professional Development
• Employee Discounts Program and Employee Assistance Programs

Job Type: Full-time/Part-Time/Seasonal

Schedule:

• 5-8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Remote work may be considered for the right candidate

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Columbus, GA 31904: Reliably commute or is planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
• Atlanta, GA 30316: Reliably commute or is planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Associate

Experience:

• Tax accounting: 2 years (Required)
• Microsoft Outlook: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPA Candidate (Preferred)

Work Location: Columbus, GA or Atlanta, GA