Tax Accountant – St. Charles, Missouri

Shift Pursuit (United States); Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Shift Pursuit in St. Charles, Missouri is seeking a motivated Accountant with a strong focus on taxation to join our team. The role entails supporting tax preparation, compliance, accounting functions, and financial reporting for diverse clients.

The ideal candidate will possess analytical acumen, accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple assignments while meeting tight deadlines in a professional client-service environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting with a strong focus on taxation.
• Knowledge of tax preparation and compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with federal and state tax regulations.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time-management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
• A commitment to professional integrity, accuracy, and high-quality client service.

Responsibilities

• Tax preparation and compliance for clients.
• Tax planning and tax research to optimize outcomes.
• Prepare and review financial statements and reports.
• Provide client service and manage relationships.
• Ensure quality control and meet deadlines.

Job description

Introduction:

We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Accountant with a strong focus on taxation to join our team in St. Charles, Missouri.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting tax preparation and compliance, accounting functions, financial reporting, and client service. This opportunity is suited to an accounting professional with strong analytical skills, a commitment to accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple assignments while meeting deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Tax Preparation and Compliance


• Tax Planning and Research


• Accounting and Financial Reporting


• Client Service and Relationship Management


• Quality Assurance and Time Management

Technical Skills:

• Tax Preparation Software: Familiarity with professional tax preparation software.


• Accounting Software: Experience with accounting systems.


• Microsoft Excel: Ability to use spreadsheets for financial analysis, reconciliations, calculations, and data validation.


• Tax Compliance: Understanding of US federal and state tax filing requirements, tax return preparation, and relevant compliance procedures.


• Financial Reporting: Ability to prepare and review financial statements and supporting schedules.


• Tax Research: Ability to research tax legislation, regulations, and technical guidance using reliable professional resources.


• Data Management: Ability to maintain accurate electronic records, organize supporting documentation, and manage confidential financial information.


• Quality Control: Ability to identify inconsistencies, investigate discrepancies, and verify the accuracy of financial and tax information.

Requirements:

• Experience in accounting, with a strong focus on taxation.


• Knowledge of tax preparation and compliance requirements.


• Familiarity with applicable federal and state tax regulations.


• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.


• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.


• Effective written and verbal communication skills.


• Strong time-management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.


• A commitment to professional integrity, accuracy, and high-quality client service.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and should you not hear from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Tagged as: Accounting, Client Service, Missouri, Tax Accountant, Tax Preparation