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W3Global
Senior Tax & Accounting Preparer
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What they do
An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
$75,853 / year median in Minnesota
-13% projected decline
Job Description
Tax & Accounting PreparerAbout the JobThe client provides tax preparation, bookkeeping, and payroll services for individuals and businesses. The organization focuses on accuracy, professionalism, and building lasting relationships with clients.
The client is seeking an experienced, dependable, and detail-oriented Tax & Accounting Preparer to manage tax and accounting functions. This position requires strong technical expertise, sound judgment, leadership ability, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced tax and accounting environment.
What We OfferGenerous vacation and holiday pay planAbility to independently manage time and responsibilitiesOpportunities to expand tax and accounting knowledgeOpportunity to grow with an established organizationWork EnvironmentFully in-office position based in Hastings, MNRemote and hybrid work are not availableOccasional travel may be required for client meetings, audits, or other business needsMust be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with competing deadlines and high client-service expectationsAdditional hours may be required during tax season and other peak filing periodsTax Preparation ResponsibilitiesPrepare individual and business tax returns, including complex returns.
Review completed returns for accuracy, completeness, and compliance before filing.
Research federal, state, and local tax matters as needed.
Stay current on changes to tax laws, filing requirements, credits, and deductions.
Handle tax notices, amended returns, correspondence, and other tax matters for assigned clients.
Identify tax-planning opportunities when appropriate.
Maintain accurate and complete documentation for assigned tax clients.
Accounting ResponsibilitiesPrepare and maintain bookkeeping and accounting records for assigned clients.
Prepare financial statements, account reconciliations, general ledger entries, and adjusting entries.
Complete month-end, quarter-end, and year-end accounting processes as assigned.
Handle payroll-related accounting, payroll reporting, sales tax, and other recurring accounting responsibilities.
Identify missing information, discrepancies, or unusual transactions requiring additional review or client follow-up.
Client & Work ManagementManage assigned tax and accounting work from beginning through completion.
Prioritize work based on filing deadlines, client needs, and established office procedures.
Communicate directly with clients regarding missing documents, questions, deadlines, and the status of their work.
Maintain appropriate follow-up on outstanding client items.
Escalate complex matters or situations requiring additional authorization when necessary.
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all client interactions.
Required QualificationsExperience-Based QualificationMinimum of 10 years of progressive professional experience in tax preparation, accounting, or a combination of tax and accounting, including significant hands-on experience preparing tax returns and accounting work.
OREducation & Experience QualificationBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Taxation, or a closely related field; andMinimum of 5 years of professional experience in tax preparation, accounting, or a combination of tax and accounting.
All Candidates Must Also HaveStrong working knowledge of individual and business taxation.
Strong understanding of general accounting principles and financial statements.
Experience handling complex tax and accounting matters.
Ability to research technical tax and accounting questions and apply findings appropriately.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to manage multiple clients, priorities, and deadlines.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to explain tax and accounting information clearly to clients.
Ability to learn and work effectively within tax, accounting, payroll, document-management, and workflow systems.
High level of professionalism, integrity, discretion, and commitment to protecting confidential client information.
Preferred QualificationsCPA or Enrolled Agent (EA) designation.
Master's degree in Accounting, Taxation, Finance, or a related field.
Experience working in a public accounting, tax preparation, or professional accounting services environment.
Experience preparing both individual and business tax returns.
Experience with payroll accounting, sales tax, bookkeeping, and year-end accounting processes.
Experience with Intuit ProSeries Professional Tax software is a plus.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Experience working with a significant seasonal workload during tax season.
The client is seeking an experienced, dependable, and detail-oriented Tax & Accounting Preparer to manage tax and accounting functions. This position requires strong technical expertise, sound judgment, leadership ability, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced tax and accounting environment.
What We OfferGenerous vacation and holiday pay planAbility to independently manage time and responsibilitiesOpportunities to expand tax and accounting knowledgeOpportunity to grow with an established organizationWork EnvironmentFully in-office position based in Hastings, MNRemote and hybrid work are not availableOccasional travel may be required for client meetings, audits, or other business needsMust be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with competing deadlines and high client-service expectationsAdditional hours may be required during tax season and other peak filing periodsTax Preparation ResponsibilitiesPrepare individual and business tax returns, including complex returns.
Review completed returns for accuracy, completeness, and compliance before filing.
Research federal, state, and local tax matters as needed.
Stay current on changes to tax laws, filing requirements, credits, and deductions.
Handle tax notices, amended returns, correspondence, and other tax matters for assigned clients.
Identify tax-planning opportunities when appropriate.
Maintain accurate and complete documentation for assigned tax clients.
Accounting ResponsibilitiesPrepare and maintain bookkeeping and accounting records for assigned clients.
Prepare financial statements, account reconciliations, general ledger entries, and adjusting entries.
Complete month-end, quarter-end, and year-end accounting processes as assigned.
Handle payroll-related accounting, payroll reporting, sales tax, and other recurring accounting responsibilities.
Identify missing information, discrepancies, or unusual transactions requiring additional review or client follow-up.
Client & Work ManagementManage assigned tax and accounting work from beginning through completion.
Prioritize work based on filing deadlines, client needs, and established office procedures.
Communicate directly with clients regarding missing documents, questions, deadlines, and the status of their work.
Maintain appropriate follow-up on outstanding client items.
Escalate complex matters or situations requiring additional authorization when necessary.
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all client interactions.
Required QualificationsExperience-Based QualificationMinimum of 10 years of progressive professional experience in tax preparation, accounting, or a combination of tax and accounting, including significant hands-on experience preparing tax returns and accounting work.
OREducation & Experience QualificationBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Taxation, or a closely related field; andMinimum of 5 years of professional experience in tax preparation, accounting, or a combination of tax and accounting.
All Candidates Must Also HaveStrong working knowledge of individual and business taxation.
Strong understanding of general accounting principles and financial statements.
Experience handling complex tax and accounting matters.
Ability to research technical tax and accounting questions and apply findings appropriately.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to manage multiple clients, priorities, and deadlines.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to explain tax and accounting information clearly to clients.
Ability to learn and work effectively within tax, accounting, payroll, document-management, and workflow systems.
High level of professionalism, integrity, discretion, and commitment to protecting confidential client information.
Preferred QualificationsCPA or Enrolled Agent (EA) designation.
Master's degree in Accounting, Taxation, Finance, or a related field.
Experience working in a public accounting, tax preparation, or professional accounting services environment.
Experience preparing both individual and business tax returns.
Experience with payroll accounting, sales tax, bookkeeping, and year-end accounting processes.
Experience with Intuit ProSeries Professional Tax software is a plus.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Experience working with a significant seasonal workload during tax season.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)