Tax Associate: Growth, Training & Flexible Hours

Ketel Thorstenson, LLP; Spearfish (SD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Work Schedules

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Coverage

401(k) and Financial Wellness

Professional Development

Certification Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

Volunteer Time

Job summary

Ketel Thorstenson, LLP is seeking a motivated Tax Associate to join our Tax team in Spearfish or Rapid City, SD. Grow your career in a collaborative, client-focused public accounting environment with opportunities for professional development and community involvement.

This role supports preparing various tax returns, analyzing data, staying current with tax law changes, and building strong client relationships. Strong ethics and teamwork are essential, with flexibility during peak tax season.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required.
• Foundational knowledge of accounting principles and tax concepts required.
• Demonstrate professionalism through strong ethical conduct.
• Willingness to meet client deadlines and accommodate client needs.
• Excellent client service and communications skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to build effective working relationships and teamwork.
• Problem solving and time management in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to KTLLP and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Prepare individual, partnership, corporate, and other tax returns, with related research.
• Analyze and interpret data to advise clients on tax and accounting inquiries.
• Stay updated on tax laws through training and independent research.
• Develop client and coworker relationships and participate in coaching programs.
• Attend professional development, training sessions, and community events.
• Assist in staff recruiting and career fairs.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office, tax prep software, and accounting tools.
• Adhere to professional standards and client confidentiality.
• Support firm changes/improvements and implement them.
• Other duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Accounting degree

Client service

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

AI tools

Problem solving

Deadlines

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Tax software

Accounting software

Job description

Ketel Thorstenson, LLP is seeking a motivated Tax Associate to join our Tax team in Spearfish or Rapid City, SD. Grow your career in a collaborative, client-focused public accounting environment with opportunities for professional development and community involvement.

This role supports preparing various tax returns, analyzing data, staying current with tax law changes, and building strong client relationships. Strong ethics and teamwork are essential, with flexibility during peak tax season.