Tax Accountant / CPA | FlexTime

Our client, a tax firm in South Elgin, is seeking a Tax Accountant / CPA to work on a flextime basis. This is an outstanding long-term, permanent position in an friendly office. This position is considered flextime, meaning that he hours vary between tax season and non-tax season.

Job Summary: The primary accountability of the tax accountant / CPA is preparing and analyzing individual and corporate tax for clients, including but not limited to: analyzing and reviewing financials. The CPA is also accountable to ensure clients’ tax compliance. Further, this person is expected to meet with clients to address and consult on the clients’ tax and accounting questions. The CPA is expected to provide impeccable service to new and established clients either on the phone or when they visit the office. This position is expected to promote goodwill to clients and other colleagues, vendors, etc. along with conveying a positive image of the company.

Tax Accountant / CPA Responsibilities:

Individual and Corporate Tax return Preparation

• Assist in all areas of tax preparation.
• Perform duties related to bookkeeping, preparation of taxes, and financial planning.
• Recommend fiscally advantageous methods to save money.
• Work with tax returns and analyze financial information to ensure taxes are paid on time.
• Review accounts for errors, misinformation, and overspending.
• Assist clients if they receive information of being audited by government agencies, such as: IRS, State, IDES and/or other tax authorities or government agencies.
• To manage and mentor junior level CPA
• Projects
• Other duties as assigned

Tax Accountant / CPA Qualifications:

• Must have a CPA with tax experience
• A minimum of five years experience in accounting or equivalent work experience
• Managerial experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), Act, QuickBooks and other accounting software
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• High attention to details

Compensation: $25 - $30//hr, based on skills and experience

If you're interested in this tax accountant / CPA position please send your resume to Tiffany.Mitsven@expresspros.com.