Tax Accountant
29 days ago
Scarsdale
Job Description This position is for a full-time tax accountant responsible for tax preparation for individuals and bookkeeping for small businesses. The position requires the ability to interact with staff and clients in a fast-paced environment while under pressure, remaining flexible, resourceful, and efficient. Our company focuses on tax and financial planning for individuals and small businesses. We promote a nurturing environment where educational opportunities and advancement are encouraged. Hours will generally be Monday through Friday 9 am to 5 pm with the opportunity for overtime, especially during tax season. During tax season (February - April) one weekend day (Saturday or Sunday) will be required in addition to the usual work week. Responsibilities: • Compute federal, state, and local taxes owed by following the tax code., • Prepare intermediate to advanced income tax returns for individuals (1040), small businesses (1120, 1120S, 1065), estates and trusts (1041), including multi-state tax returns., • Ensure a copy of the completed tax return is provided to the client., • Uncover potential deductions and credits and ensure clients do not pay unnecessary taxes., • Advise against potential tax liabilities and resolve client inquiries., • Review financial records such as income statements and documentation of expenditures., • Interview clients to get a thorough picture of financial situation., • Research complex tax issues and communicate findings effectively., • Record financial transactions and complete the posting process for bookkeeping., • Analyze bank statements and supporting documentation to create Profit and Loss statements for small businesses., • Process all entries for multiple payrolls including collecting data, deduction changes, W4 changes, new hires, and additional payments., • Prepare quarterly payroll returns and calculate quarterly payroll tax deposits and make payments utilizing EFTPS and NYS Online Services., • Calculate sales tax liability and complete sales tax returns., • Assist financial advisor with matters related to educational financial planning including reviewing and analyzing client's income and assets., • Correspond and communicate with various tax authorities (IRS and states), and review and respond to notices or audits. Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or related field, • Master's degree in Accounting or Taxation (preferred but not required), • EA or CPA, or EA or CPA in progress (preferred but not required), • 2+ years of recent full-time tax preparation experience including experience in payroll and sales tax returns or relevant internship experience., • Strong background in preparing multi-state individual tax returns, • Knowledge of Quickbooks or Drake Accounting a plus, • Knowledge of ProSeries a plus, • Self-sufficient while working in a team setting, • Interpersonal skills, • Strong written and verbal communication, • Organizational skills, • Microsoft Office including Excel proficient, • Flexible schedule during busy seasons, • Professional attitude and demeanor, • Ability to multitask in a fast paced, client oriented environment Compensation: • Wages commensurate with experience and qualification, • Opportunity for paid overtime and upward advancementCompany DescriptionAt A.T.Becker & Associates, Inc., we believe that a plan is a powerful tool. Reaching your long-term financial objectives hinges on having the right plan -- one that fits your unique circumstances and grows with you. Planning your financial future can be a daunting task. That's where A.T.Becker & Associates, Inc. comes in. Our advisors are trained, licensed professionals, and they can draw on years of financial planning experience when creating a long-term strategy. Whether your concern is paying too much in taxes, affording college, or not having enough money to last throughout your retirement, we can help you.At A.T.Becker & Associates, Inc., we believe that a plan is a powerful tool. Reaching your long-term financial objectives hinges on having the right plan -- one that fits your unique circumstances and grows with you. Planning your financial future can be a daunting task. That's where A.T.Becker & Associates, Inc. comes in. Our advisors are trained, licensed professionals, and they can draw on years of financial planning experience when creating a long-term strategy. Whether your concern is paying too much in taxes, affording college, or not having enough money to last throughout your retirement, we can help you.