Tax Accountant — Diverse Returns & Client Support

J.R. Helms & Associates, P.C.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 53,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness Stipend

SIMPLE IRA 3% match

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Paid continuing education

Professional membership support

Exposure to diverse tax situations

Growth opportunities

Job summary

J.R. Helms & Associates, P.C. in Indianapolis seeks an experienced Tax Accountant to perform hands-on income tax preparation for individuals and small businesses, including 1040, 1065, and 1120S returns. You do not need CPA to be considered for this position.

This role emphasizes client communication, deadlines during tax season, and collaboration with other accountants. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered with opportunities for growth in tax planning and consulting.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing 1040 returns and dealing with income tax for individuals and small businesses.
• Familiarity with Forms 1040, 1065 and/or 1120S is strongly preferred.
• Detail-oriented with strong client communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare federal and state individual and business income tax returns.
• Review documents, identify missing information and resolve discrepancies.
• Research income tax questions and communicate with clients on items outstanding.
• Support with tax planning and other client needs as appropriate.
• Maintain workpapers and manage multiple client returns and deadlines.

Skills

Tax preparation

1040 returns

1065/1120S returns

Client communication

Attention to detail

Public accounting experience

QuickBooks

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

J.R. Helms & Associates, P.C. in Indianapolis seeks an experienced Tax Accountant to perform hands-on income tax preparation for individuals and small businesses, including 1040, 1065, and 1120S returns. You do not need CPA to be considered for this position.

This role emphasizes client communication, deadlines during tax season, and collaboration with other accountants. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered with opportunities for growth in tax planning and consulting.