Tax and Accounting Assistant

GreenStone Farm Credit Services; East Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

GreenStone Farm Credit Services is seeking a Tax & Accounting Assistant to support tax, bookkeeping, payroll, and administrative services for farm and agribusiness clients.

This role is ideal for someone early in their accounting career who enjoys numbers, client service, and working in a collaborative team, with opportunities to learn QuickBooks and various accounting software.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in bookkeeping, payroll, and tax preparation preferred.
• Ability to learn new systems and software.
• Strong computer proficiency and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Process payrolls and related tax filings.
• Perform monthly bookkeeping activities: reconciliations, bill payments, income/expenses.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Assist Tax Accountants with tax return prep and compliance tasks.
• Support client service and administrative functions.
• Maintain client files and documentation; CRM and accounting software use.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Professional communication

Accounting software familiarity

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in Accounting or related field

QuickBooks Certification

Tools

QuickBooks

CRM systems

Job description

Are you detail-oriented, organized, and interested in helping agricultural businesses succeed? We're looking for a Tax & Accounting Assistant to join our team and support a variety of tax, bookkeeping, payroll, and administrative services for farm and agribusiness clients.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their accounting or business career who enjoys working with numbers, providing outstanding customer service, and contributing to a collaborative team environment. You'll gain hands-on experience supporting tax preparation, payroll processing, bookkeeping, and client service while building valuable skills in accounting and financial operations.

Get to know GreenStone

Our $16 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, Deliver 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
• 16 hours of volunteer time
• 401(k) plan – up to a 9% employer contribution/match
• $400/year Wellness Subsidy/Reimbursement & wellness programs
• $6,000 lifetime maximum Student Debt repayment or tuition reimbursement programs
• Yearly bonus/incentive opportunity available to all benefit eligible employees

What You'll Do

Support Farm & Agribusiness Clients

You'll help provide accurate and timely bookkeeping services that allow our clients to focus on running their businesses.

Key responsibilities include:

• Process payrolls, payroll tax payments, and related federal and state filings.
• Perform monthly bookkeeping activities, including:
• Account reconciliations
• Bill payments
• Recording income and expenses
• Assist with monthly budgeting and financial tracking for clients.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Support clients utilizing accounting software solutions.
• Travel to client locations, when needed, to perform on-site bookkeeping services.
• Track bookkeeping hours and assist with invoicing and accounts receivable monitoring.

Assist with Tax Preparation & Compliance

You'll play an important role in supporting our tax professionals throughout the tax season and beyond.

Responsibilities include:

• Prepare and distribute tax organizers and tax preparation materials.
• Create tax return, 1099, and W-2 proformas.
• Prepare and distribute informational returns (1099s and W-2s).
• Assist Tax Accountants with:
• Farmland credit calculations
• Tax return preparation support
• Electronically file tax returns and informational returns with federal and state agencies.
• Monitor electronic filing statuses and resolve filing issues.
• Track receipt of signed tax documents and required authorizations.
• Assemble completed tax returns and prepare client invoices.
• Upload and maintain electronic tax records and supporting documentation.
• Maintain annual tax files and ensure compliance with record retention procedures.

Provide Administrative & Client Support

You'll help keep our office running smoothly by supporting both clients and team members.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Answer phone calls and assist customers.
• Schedule appointments and meetings.
• Prepare and distribute mail and correspondence.
• Support meeting logistics and catering coordination.
• Scan, copy, and maintain client files and documentation.
• Order office supplies and maintain inventory.
• Process customer payments and prepare invoices.
• Maintain customer and prospect information within CRM systems.
• Generate and monitor reports to ensure accurate and current data.

What Makes You a Great Fit

We're looking for someone who:

• Has exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Enjoys working with numbers and financial information.
• Provides excellent customer service and communicates professionally.
• Can manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Takes initiative and enjoys supporting a team environment.
• Is comfortable learning and using accounting and business software.
• Demonstrates professionalism, accuracy, and confidentiality.

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong computer proficiency and ability to learn new systems and software.

Preferred

• Associate degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• QuickBooks Certification.
• 1-2 years of experience with bookkeeping, payroll, tax preparation, or accounting-related responsibilities.
• Basic knowledge of accounting, payroll, and tax processes.

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 opportunity regulations. We conduct all personnel decisions and processes relating to our employees and job applicants in an environment free of discrimination and harassment.