Pearl Accounting is a rapidly growing accounting firm located in downtown Sioux Falls with clients in over 20 states. Pearl Accounting is looking for an experienced tax preparer interested in a seasonal role. An ideal candidate would be interested in a long-term relationship, coming back year after year, and would be given significant flexibility in choosing how many hours they work and when those hours are scheduled.

Responsibilities include:

· Scanning and organizing tax return supporting workpapers

· Preparing individual, partnership, and S corporation tax returns

· Self-review for technical accuracy

· Accurately tracking and recording time spend on projects

· Preparing and mailing W-2s and 1099s (optional)

· Administrative tasks as assigned (optional)

Technical Requirements:

· Previous tax return preparation experience

· Degree in Accounting or Finance with at least 2 years of experience at tax return preparation

· Proficient in MS Excel and Word

· Experience with CCH tax products (prosystems fx or axcess) preferred but not required

· Experience with QuickBooks Online preferred

Required Skills:

· Care about doing what’s best for the client

· Responsive to client communications

· Ability to manage and appropriately prioritize multiple tasks

· Clear communication about workload, capacity, and when tasks will be completed

· Ensure deadlines are met

· Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills

· Ability to perform work accurately and efficiently

· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Work Hours and Benefits:

· This is a seasonal position. For tax preparation, the role would be February 1st – April 15th. If the candidate is willing to help with additional tasks, such as Forms 1099 and W-2 preparation, the role could run January 1st – April 15th. During the season, this role could be full time or part time for the right candidate, and may allow for overtime if the candidate would like and workflow allows. Start and end dates may be flexible to meet the candidate's needs.

· Significant hour flexibility allowed as long as deadlines are met. Options include work the standard M-F 8-5, shift hours to accommodate family schedules, or compress hours into four days to enjoy three-day weekends. Number of hours per week is up to the candidate, as long as they are communicated in advance. Willing to consider any schedule the candidate would prefer.

· Work from home option available if candidate can demonstrate acceptable quality of work, efficiency, and self-sufficiency.

· Commissions for bringing in new clients (not a job requirement, just a bonus opportunity).

About Pearl Accounting:

Mission Statement: Our mission is to provide an extraordinary experience by making life better for our clients through simplifying their tax and accounting responsibilities. We strive to accomplish this by being an approachable, trusted partner to the small business owners we serve through technical accuracy, timely & efficient work, strategic planning, and most importantly, an elevated level of customer service.

Vision Statement: Our vision is to provide small business owners with such exceptional service that it drives continued organic growth through personal referrals. These referrals happen when clients feel they have received extraordinary service; we aim to give each client that level of satisfaction.

Apply by sending resume and cover letter or introduction email to: jolene@pearlcpafirm.com to be considered for a confidential interview.

Job Type: Seasonal

Pay: $20.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Compensation package:

• Hourly pay

Experience level:

• 5 years

License/Certification:

• CPA (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Sioux Falls, SD 57104 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Sioux Falls, SD 57104: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person