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Kinnamon Accounting Service
Accountant/Tax Preparer
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What they do
A Tax Preparer prepares tax returns for individuals or small businesses, with certification as required by the Internal Revenue Service. Provides knowledge and experience with tax law, accounting and software.
$35,346 / year median in Illinois
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Job Type Accountant & Tax Preparer
BENEFITS
- Paid Time Off (Vacation Time, PTO Time, Sick Time)
- Health Insurance Benefits
- Profit Sharing Plan
- Bonus Pay
- Summer/Winter Hours
- Commissions on any New Business Referrals Years of Experience 3 to 5 Years Education Level Associates Degree (Accounting or Finance Emphasis Preferred) Career Level Experienced(Non-Manager)
ABOUT THE JOB
Position Accountant & Tax Preparer Job Brief Accounting compilation through Financial Reports; computing taxes; completing tax returns (Individuals, Corporations, Partnerships, etc.) Handling in house accounting & other administrative tasks related to client accounts. Responsibilities- Prepare federal, state, and local tax returns
- Remit tax payments
- Comply with federal, state, and local tax requirements
- Maintain knowledge of tax requirements
- Prepare quarterly payroll returns
- Reconcile tax discrepancies
- Maintain customer confidence and protects operations by keeping client's tax and personal information confidential.
- Handle client billing and invoicing
- Process finalized tax returns for client delivery
- Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed Skills and Requirements
- Proven work experience as a Staff Accountant or Tax Preparer
A/R & A/P
experience would be beneficial- Knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping procedures
- Familiarity with accounting software packages (Accounting CS, QuickBooks, and Ultra Tax)
- Computer literacy (MS Excel in particular)
- Excellent analytical and time management skills
- Strong numeracy skills
- Keen attention to detail
- Understands legal compliance of firm
- Actively practices due diligence and is objective when necessary