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Accountant - MMTS Requirements Credentials / compliance: Active EA or CPA required; PTIN in good standing and no disciplinary/compliance issues.

In-office position:

Must be comfortable handling both in-person and phone appointments from the office.

Tax experience:

Minimum 5 years of hands-on tax preparation experience; ideally experience independently managing a significant client book.

Return types:

Strong experience with 1040s, S corporations, C corporations, partnerships, gift tax returns , and Trust/estate return.

Tax planning:

Must be comfortable advising clients throughout the year—not simply preparing returns—including entity structure, estimated payments, retirement strategies, reasonable compensation, projections, and other planning opportunities.

Review ability:

Should be capable of reviewing returns prepared by staff and identifying errors, inconsistencies, or planning opportunities.

IRS/state representation:

Ability to handle notices, correspondence, audits, and client issues with the IRS and state agencies.

Technology:

Comfortable learning/using our tax preparation software, document management systems, portals, e-signature, etc.

Busy season:

Must be willing and able to work extended hours January-April.

Characteristics Client retention mindset:

Probably one of the most important qualifications. This person will inherit an established client base, with many clients having been with the office for 15-20+ years. They need to understand that maintaining those relationships and earning clients' trust is a major part of the position.

Strong communication skills:

Personable, professional, and able to explain complicated tax concepts in a way clients understand.

Relationship-oriented:

Clients should feel comfortable calling this person with questions Ownership mentality: Someone who takes responsibility for their clients, deadlines, outstanding items, notices, follow-ups, and staff coordination without needing constant oversight.

Organization/follow-through:

Especially important during tax season when they're managing a large volume of clients simultaneously.

Works well with staff:

Able to delegate appropriately, communicate expectations, and treat administrative/preparation staff well.

Judgment:

Knows when a situation is outside their expertise and when to research, ask another professional, or escalate an issue.

Long-term commitment:

Growth mindset: Ideally interested in growing the client base and potentially taking on a larger leadership/ownership role over time.

Compensation:

Base/guaranteed compensation plus commission based on individual production. Target total compensation approximately $100,000-$150,000+, with significant upside based on production. Compensation structure and percentage to be determined based on experience and book of business managed.

Pay:

$100,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

License/Certification:

Enrolled Agent (Required)

Work Location:

In person