Seasonal Certified Public Accountant - Cpa

Brown & Sterling

Seasonal Certified Public Accountant - Cpa

San Diego, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Remote position The CPA position at Brown & Sterling is detail-oriented and client-focused, specializing in tax preparation and planning. This role is responsible for preparing and reviewing a wide range of tax returns, ensuring compliance with tax laws, and providing strategic tax guidance to individuals and businesses. The ideal employee combines technical expertise with strong client service skills to deliver accurate, timely, and proactive tax returns and solutions. Responsibilities: Tax Preparation & Review • Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, and trusts • Ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with current tax regulations • Stay current on changes in tax laws and communicate impacts to clients and internal teams Client Relationship Management • Serve as a primary point of contact for assigned clients • Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships • Respond to client inquiries and provide clear, actionable guidance Compliance & Research • Conduct tax research on complex issues and document findings • Ensure compliance with Internal Revenue Service regulations and applicable state laws • Assist with notices, and correspondence with taxing authorities Process Improvement & Efficiency • Utilize tax software and technology tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy • Contribute to the development of best practices and standardized procedures Team Collaboration • Work closely with tax strategists, other accountants, controller, and operations staff • Mentor junior staff and review their work as needed Qualifications: Education & Experience • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (Master’s in Taxation preferred) • Active CPA license required • 3–7+ years of experience in tax preparation within a public accounting firm • Experience with a variety of entity types and industries preferred Skills & Competencies • Strong knowledge of federal and state tax laws and regulations • High attention to detail and accuracy • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills • Strong client service and communication abilities • Ability to manage multiple deadlines, especially during peak tax season • Proficiency in CCH Axcess tax preparation software and Microsoft Excel Compensation: $75 hourly potential

    • Tax Preparation & Review • Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, and trusts • Ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with current tax regulations • Stay current on changes in tax laws and communicate impacts to clients and internal teams Client Relationship Management • Serve as a primary point of contact for assigned clients • Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships • Respond to client inquiries and provide clear, actionable guidance Compliance & Research • Conduct tax research on complex issues and document findings • Ensure compliance with Internal Revenue Service regulations and applicable state laws • Assist with notices, and correspondence with taxing authorities Process Improvement & Efficiency • Utilize tax software and technology tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy • Contribute to the development of best practices and standardized procedures Team Collaboration • Work closely with tax strategists, other accountants, controller, and operations staff • Mentor junior staff and review their work as needed • Support firm initiatives and contribute to a collaborative team environment