Tax Accountant at Padgett Business Services of NW Ohio Maumee, OH

Itlearn360; Maumee (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A tax and accounting firm in Maumee, OH, is seeking a Sr Tax Accountant to manage tax return preparations and provide consulting to clients. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, at least 2 years of experience in tax consulting, and should ideally possess a CPA or EA designation. Strong skills in QuickBooks and Microsoft Office are required. This position offers a fair salary, bonuses, health insurance, and retirement benefits.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Short & Long Term Disability Insurance

Annual bonuses based on performance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in tax consulting/preparation.
• CPA or EA designation or willingness to obtain in the first year.
• Good understanding of Accounting and Tax principles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Corporate, Partnership, and Individual tax returns.
• Advise clients on minimizing tax liability.
• Ensure client compliance with taxing authority requirements.

Skills

Tax preparation

Client management

Problem-solving

Oral communication

Written communication

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

QuickBooks

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Tax Accountant job at Padgett Business Services of NW Ohio. Maumee, OH.

COMPANY PROFILE

Padgett Business Services is a franchise tax, accounting, and financial reporting firm that has served the greater Toledo area for almost 30 years. We specialize in helping small businesses make more money while reducing their tax liabilities. We are looking to grow our business significantly over the next few years and are looking for a motivated, hardworking, and dedicated Sr Tax Accountant to join our team. The successful candidate will join a team dedicated to our goals and will help drive actions to achieve/exceed these goals.

JOB SUMMARY

The Tax Accountant oversees a wide variety of duties, including but not limited to, preparation of business, partnership, and individual tax returns, preparation of financial statements, and working on various tax planning, tax resolution, and consulting engagements. The successful candidate will be one of the key components of managing the firm-client relationship for those assigned.

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Prepare Corporate, Partnership, and Individual tax returns. Prepare and review estimated taxes to ensure No Surprises arise.
• Review and advise clients regarding effects of business activities on taxes, and on strategies for minimizing tax liability.
• Ensure client complies with all taxing authority requirements and represent client before taxing authorities as needed.
• Organize and maintain tax records and conduct tax studies and special projects. Respond to notices on behalf of clients and facilitate audits of clients\' records as they arise.
• Analyze/Prepare financial statements based on the work provided in order to ensure the records are prepared in accordance with tax law requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

COMPETENCIES

• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Sets goals and objectives.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems efficiently; Gathers and analyzes information; Develops solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively; Listens and gets clarification when necessary; Responds informatively to questions; Participates in meetings.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and concisely; Varies writing style to meet specific needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Project Management - Develops project plans; Completes projects on time and budget.
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and returns.
• Computer Proficiency - Must be knowledgeable with Intuit (QuickBooks) and Sage (Peachtree) products as well have a working knowledge of PC applications like Excel, Word, and Outlook. An understanding of the Creative Solutions Suite (Accounting CS, Ultra Tax CS, Fixed Assets CS, File Cabinet CS, Practice CS, Planner CS, etc.) is a plus.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Education: Bachelor\'s degree.
• Minimum Experience: 2 Years.
• Preferred Experience: 3+ Years of Small Business Tax Consulting/Preparation.
• Should have CPA or EA designation or willingness to study and obtain in first year of employment.
• Should have a good understanding of Accounting and Tax principles.

SALARY/BENEFITS

• Fair salary compensation based on experience.
• Annual bonuses based on performance
• Health Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• And more...