Accountant/CPA

Summary

Computes and analyzes financial information; prepares financial reports and tax returns for clients.

Job Duties

1. Accounting

· Prepares financial reports (e.g., balance sheet, profit & loss statement, etc.) by recording financial activities in proper accounts

· Analyzes clients’ records of financial transactions to determine accuracy and makes corrections when necessary

· Computes taxes owed and ensures compliance with tax payments, reporting, and other tax requirements

· Produces compiled and reviewed financial statements for financial institutions and other users

· Assists clients with their internal accounting

2. Tax preparation

· Reviews financial records to prepare returns

· Computes taxes owed and completes entries on forms, following tax form instructions and tax tables

· Consults tax law handbook or bulletins to determine procedure for preparation of atypical returns

· Responsible for preparation of Forms 1120,1120-S,1065, and 1040

3. Decision making and evaluation

· Determines how to prioritize and manage projects for self and clients in order to be most productive

· Considers the costs, benefits, strengths, and weaknesses of potential approaches to choose the most appropriate one

· Applies the most appropriate IRS rules and regulations

· Monitors/assesses performance of self and clients to make improvements

· Reviews complex problems and related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

4. Client interaction

· Communicates with and positively represents the company to clients and the public

· Understands and asks appropriate questions to determine true tax liability

· Deals with clients appropriately in terms of answering questions, maintaining open communication, and demonstrating willingness to meet the clients’ needs

· Meets with clients as needed to understand operations and discuss new business

· Assists clients with applications specific to their business needs.

5. Office interaction

· Provides information to partners/supervisors and coworkers; interacts as needed (e.g., problem solving or reporting work)

· Provides assistance/training to coworkers when needed.

6. Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills

· Accounting/Business Degree, Prefer CPA certified

· Minimum of three years experience in accounting environment preferred

· Competent with accounting software and adapts to novel situations (e.g., software of clients)

· Stays up to date with tax laws

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental & Vision
• Life insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• GAAP: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPA (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Mount Pleasant, MI 48858 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Mount Pleasant, MI 48858: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person