What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Tax Accountant position at BROECKELMAN & ASSOCIATES, P.C.?
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities:
About Us
YOUR LOCAL ACCOUNTING EXPERT
Broeckelman & Associates, P.C. is a local Certified Public Accounting firm based in Harlan, IA, offering a wide range of accounting and income tax services. Serving clients in western Iowa and surrounding states, the firm is staffed by 6 full-time and 8 part-time employees, and is licensed in Iowa, Kansas, and Missouri. As a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the Iowa Society of CPAs, and the Kansas Society of CPAs, Broeckelman & Associates prides itself on being large enough to meet the diverse needs of its clients while still providing personalized, quality service.
About Us YOUR LOCAL ACCOUNTING EXPERT Broeckelman & Associates, P.C. is a local Certified Public Accounting firm based in Harlan, IA, offering a wide range of accounting and income tax services. Serving clients in western Iowa and surrounding states, the firm is staffed by 6 full-time and 8 part-time employees, and is licensed in Iowa, Kansas, and Missouri. As a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the Iowa Society of CPAs, and the Kansas Society of CPAs, Broeckelman & Associates prides itself on being large enough to meet the diverse needs of its clients while still providing personalized, quality service.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain client relationships through a comprehensive knowledge of tax planning.
- Prepare tax returns, including supporting work papers for various types of returns such as individuals, corporations, partnerships, estates, trusts, non-profits, etc.
- Maintain the confidentiality of all sensitive information encountered while in the performance of duties.
- Research and consult on various tax projects.
- Respond to inquiries from the IRS and other taxing authorities.
- Prepare extensions and quarterly estimates.
- Establish audit objectives and assist in the development of the audit program, including time estimates, plan of work, and steps necessary to collect data and document findings.
- Prepare GL account postings/accruals and reconciliations.
- Oversee the processing of payroll, accounts payable and other disbursements.
- Adherence to continuously improve the automation of the accounting and reporting process.
- Ensure accounting policies, procedures, and controls are followed when working with business partners and be able to provide support on special requests.
- Occasional day travel required. Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
- 2 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance
- Experience with QuickBooks or similar accounting software
- General ledger experience is a must.
- Strong PC skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel and other relevant software.
- Audit/Review experience related to for profit, government, and non-profit entities preferred.
- Federal, State, and local tax experience preferred.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Enrolled Agent (EA) preferred or in process
- Highly motivated and takes initiative for professional growth and development.
About Us
YOUR LOCAL ACCOUNTING EXPERT
Broeckelman & Associates, P.C. is a local Certified Public Accounting firm based in Harlan, IA, offering a wide range of accounting and income tax services. Serving clients in western Iowa and surrounding states, the firm is staffed by 6 full-time and 8 part-time employees, and is licensed in Iowa, Kansas, and Missouri. As a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the Iowa Society of CPAs, and the Kansas Society of CPAs, Broeckelman & Associates prides itself on being large enough to meet the diverse needs of its clients while still providing personalized, quality service.
About Us YOUR LOCAL ACCOUNTING EXPERT Broeckelman & Associates, P.C. is a local Certified Public Accounting firm based in Harlan, IA, offering a wide range of accounting and income tax services. Serving clients in western Iowa and surrounding states, the firm is staffed by 6 full-time and 8 part-time employees, and is licensed in Iowa, Kansas, and Missouri. As a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the Iowa Society of CPAs, and the Kansas Society of CPAs, Broeckelman & Associates prides itself on being large enough to meet the diverse needs of its clients while still providing personalized, quality service.