Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION – TAX ACCOUNTANT / TAX PREPARER

DESCRIPTION:

We are currently seeking qualified applicants to fill an opening for a Federal Tax Accountant. The position is based out of our corporate office here in Houston.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Prepare federal income tax returns for individuals and small businesses

· Prepare state franchise tax returns for sole member LLCs and other small businesses

· Prepare state liquor and sales tax returns

· Prepare 940, 941, C-3, another other payroll tax returns

· Booking of journal entries for depreciation and other items related to the tax work performed for corporate clients

· Reconcile checking and other accounts in clients’ books

· Prepare tax projections, both annual and quarterly

· Work on special projects, as necessary

· Available for work on deadline driven basis, including some Saturdays during tax season

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 2 to 3 years U.S. federal tax return preparation experience with tax preparation firms, or a public accounting firm.
• Proficiency in software applications, primarily Microsoft Word and Excel, ProSeries or other form based tax preparation software, Quickbooks, and Sage50
• Strong analytical skills and general understanding of U.S. individual tax law.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, including the ability to effectively write tax prep notes, memos, and communications to co-workers and clients.
• Highly self-motivated and takes initiative.
• Works efficiently. High attention to detail.
• Ability to work proficiently on an independent or group basis.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:

· Competitive compensation.

· Opportunity for long term employment and advancement.

· A career featuring a broad spectrum of clients involving many industries.

· Professional, fun and pleasant work environment.

· Exposure to the fields of tax preparation, personal financial planning, investing, and client management. Excellent training in all of these areas!

Company Description

Fun working environment offering an opportunity to work one on one with the managing CPA at this boutique firm with 85% of the clientele that are self employed located in the Heights/Galleria area.