Job Description
Kearns, Dameron & Co., PA is a Charlotte, NC accounting firm located in the Dilworth/ South End area. The firm was established in 1948 and provides accounting and tax preparation services to privately held, small to mid-size businesses in a wide range of industries as well as individuals, estates, trusts, and nonprofit entities. We are currently seeking an experienced Accountant/Tax Preparer to fill an open position. Client relations is an important part of this position. The person hired for this position will work with experienced staff and firm partners to broaden technical and professional skills.
Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
Processing payroll, payroll tax returns, and sales and use tax returns
Working closely with business client’s accounting staff on engagements such as audits, reviews, compilations including monthly/quarterly bookkeeping as well as preparation of corporate income tax returns
Preparing individual, estate, and trust income tax returns
Performing procedures to identify and resolve accounting and/or reporting issues
Preparing financial statements and other reports requested by clients
Education and Experience Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (a CPA license is not required for this position)
Minimum of 3 years of progressive accounting and income tax preparation experience is required
Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office, Excel, Word and Creative Solutions Software (UltraTax and Accounting CS)
Proficiency in payroll, payroll tax reporting, and sales and use tax reporting
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work as an effective team member
Motivated to work in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines and to satisfy firm and client expectations
Compensation:
We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package which includes salary, paid overtime during tax season, discretionary bonus, health insurance, SIMPLE IRA with company match, and paid time off. A waiting period may apply to certain benefits in the compensation package.