Senior Tax Accountant

Senior Tax Accountant Small CPA firm based in Maple Grove currently searching for a Senior Tax Accountant.

We are a 32 year old growing organization, offering a casual, small business environment in a beautiful Arbor Lakes office.

This position has the potential for firm equity and transition into ownership.

We are committed to helping the ideal candidate grow into a successful entrepreneurial career.

Primary Responsibilities
· Review and prepare federal and state income tax returns for individuals and businesses that are complete and ready for assembly and signature
· Research issues and prepare work papers related to tax audits and correspondence and draft response
· Prepare tax projections and draft letter of explanation
· Review and prepare other various tax filings
· Set up new client’s bookkeeping and payroll systems
· Check monthly/quarterly QuickBooks files, prepare journal entries, and draft comments letter
· Review and prepare payroll tax returns, make electronic payments, and draft letter of instruction
· Research tax issues and develop actions plans related to tax returns and projections
· Represent clients before the IRS and other taxing authorities
· Serve as a tax information source within the company
· Develop working relationships with clients and effectively utilize appropriate technology to communicate
· Assist with development of Facebook, tax blog, twitter, and email marketing
· Join Community organizations and/or networking events
· Bring additional business to the firm through new clients and new work from existing clients Position Requirements
· Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and three or more years’ related experience and/or training
· Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of clients, customers and the general public
· Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures and/or governmental regulations
· Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
· Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.

As well as apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
· Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Preferred Qualifications CPA and experience working for a public accounting firm are preferred QuickBooks, Lacerte , UltraTax or similar tax/accounting software Key Competencies for Success in This Role
· Analytical – Synthesizes complex and diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs work flows and procedures.

· Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

· Technical skills – Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.

· Judgment – Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decision; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; makes timely decisions.

· Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.

· Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

· Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.

· Initiative – Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; takes independent actions and calculated risks; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed.

Hours and Compensation
· Ability to regularly work 40-45 hours per week, with more during busy tax season
· PTO and Paid Holiday Time
· 401K availability
· Employee Health Insurance or HSA (Health Savings Account) contribution
· Annual Salary $70,000
– $86,000