Job Description
Job description
Local CPA firm is seeking a highly motivated Payroll Specialist/bookkeeper to join our team for full time and year round employment. Selected candidates must be available to work some evenings and Saturday's, if business needs dictate
Responsibilities and Duties
· Prepare Payroll and payroll tax returns and make payroll tax payments
· Prepare Bookkeeping
· Prepare and assist with simple to complex tax returns for individuals and businesses.
· Perform tax research where appropriate.
· Perform all work in compliance with the firm's policies and procedures.
· Review information provided by clients and interviewers, as well as copies of previous tax returns, wage statements from employers and year-end interest and dividend summaries.
· Accurately prepare tax return work papers (business returns).
· Prepare and check tax returns, forms and schedules.
· Perform office duties as required and assist other staff members in other departments as needed
Requirements:
· BA/BS in Accounting or related field or related equivalent work experience in accounting.
· Knowledge of basic accounting concepts
· Basic tax return preparation but not required.
· Strong technical, analytical and organizational skills.
· Proficiency in Excel.
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
· Excellent client service interaction, with an ability to handle pressure in a positive, professional manner.
· Available for work Monday through Friday, including some Saturday's/Sunday if business needs dictate.
Qualifications and Skills
· Experience with a public accounting firm preferred.
· Experience with ProSeries Tax software and QuickBooks preferred
· Work with office machines including fax, copier, printer and scanner.
· Work in a fast-paced and time-sensitive environment with frequent interruptions.
· Sit for extended periods of time.
· Type/enter data at a keyboard regularly.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: DOE
COVID-19 considerations:
We have created additional measures to have a safe office environment for all employees and clients