Job Description

Job Description

Tax Preparer/Reviewer

Our established and reputable CPA firm located in the breathtakingly beautiful pine-covered mountains of Prescott, Arizona is currently seeking someone who loves taxes and wants to show-off their knowledge of the tax code with us either as a seasonal, part-time or full time employee. If you are at the beginning of your career, we can offer a career opportunity of a life-time, with growth, advancement and partner possibilities. Or, if you just want to happily prepare taxes with a firm that has great resources and superb employees, then we are the place fo you! Prescott is one of the most beautiful places in the US, only 90 minutes from Metro Phoenix, in the mountains with views, trails and lakes, and is a sought after community to live in, raise a family, retire, work and play. We want someone who loves preparing, planning, reviewing, and passionately living Federal and State taxes! Not just a box filler, but someone who actually knows how to explain what the box filling actually results in and can explain that to a client. So client service and a good personality have to go hand-in-hand with tax geekiness! We can train on software and processes (which are paramount in running a firm), but we can't train experience, drive and the love of tax. We're all about integrity & honesty, respectfulness, compassion, responsiveness, teamwork, professionalism, and ambition. And did we mention fun, friendly and family? We are looking for a team member who shares our core values, has the tax geekiness and and wants to be a part of our firm. If you think this is the job for you, please reach out!

Tax Responsibilities:

• Accurately and efficiently prepare complex business, and individual tax returns

• Have expert understanding of complex tax concepts such as basis, depreciation methods and calculations, 1031 exchanges, multi-state allocations, etc.

• Complete a self-review of tax returns before sending to manager for review and be able to review a prior-year tax return to determine if information is missing from source documents provided by clients.

• Ability to prepare exempt organization and trust tax returns a plus

• Research complex tax issues

• Perform tax planning for clients and answer tax questions

• Be able to analyze client financial statements for tax and operational efficiencies

• Act as a mentor to less experienced staff; review their work and provide guidance

Skills/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or above required (in Accounting/Tax or Finance a plus)

• 5 years tax experience-able to prepare at advanced level and review staff work

• Able to read, understand and adjust financial statements accordingly

• Knowledge and use of Lacerte strongly desired

• Impeccable math and accounting skills

• CPA or EA a strong plus

• Proficient QuickBooks user (QBO/QBD) desired

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and efficient computer skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; Be able to clearly communicate missing information and specific questions directly to the tax or accounting manager in a timely fashion.

• Personable, friendly and fun

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time or Seasonal

Salary: From $80,000.00 per year based on experience

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Continuing education credits/Tuition Reimbursement
• EA/CPA License renewal (or acquisition as applicable)
• Flexible schedule
• Paid health insurance with Dental/Vision
• Paid training
• Hybrid/Work from home availabiity

Experience level:

• minimum 5 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (required)

Experience:

• Tax Preparation: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Enrolled Agent (Preferred)
• CPA license (Preferred)

Work Location: In office (Prescott, AZ)

Company Description

Slater & Rutherford, PLLC CPAs is the leading local public accounting firm in Prescott, Arizona, serving all of Northern Arizona. Our employees love working here because we are fun and we recognize each employees' unique contribution. We allow flexibility and treat all of our employees as professionals. We strive to always be our best, taking advantage of technology, training and process improvements. And, we live in one of the most beautiful areas of Arizona.

We specialize in accounting, advisory and tax solutions for individuals, small businesses, non-profit organizations, and homeowners’ associations throughout Northern Arizona. We use state of the art technology and we are 100% paperless. We are looking for a well-rounded accountant, EA,CPA or candidate with at least 5 years experience in tax preparation and accounting. Focus of job will be heavier tax return preparation, review and planning.

Company Description

Slater & Rutherford, PLLC CPAs is the leading local public accounting firm in Prescott, Arizona, serving all of Northern Arizona. Our employees love working here because we are fun and we recognize each employees' unique contribution. We allow flexibility and treat all of our employees as professionals. We strive to always be our best, taking advantage of technology, training and process improvements. And, we live in one of the most beautiful areas of Arizona. \r\n\r\nWe specialize in accounting, advisory and tax solutions for individuals, small businesses, non-profit organizations, and homeowners’ associations throughout Northern Arizona. We use state of the art technology and we are 100% paperless. We are looking for a well-rounded accountant, EA,CPA or candidate with at least 5 years experience in tax preparation and accounting. Focus of job will be heavier tax return preparation, review and planning.