About Us Arehart Associates Ltd is a CPA firm based in Waynesboro, VA, providing bookkeeping, tax preparation, and accounting services to individuals and small businesses in the Shenandoah Valley area. We're looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper/Tax Return Preparer to join our team. Position Overview We are seeking a full-time Bookkeeper/Tax Return Preparer to support our clients with day-to-day bookkeeping needs and assist with individual and business tax return preparation. This is an on-site role at our Waynesboro office. Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records for a variety of small business clients, including accounts payable/receivable, bank and credit card reconciliations, and general ledger entries
• Process payroll and related tax filings as needed
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements
• Prepare individual (Form 1040) and business (Forms 1120, 1120S, 1065) tax returns under CPA supervision
• Organize and review client-provided documentation for completeness and accuracy
• Communicate directly with clients to gather information and answer routine questions
• Assist with sales tax and other state/local filings as applicable
• Support the firm during tax season with expanded return preparation volume Qualifications
• Prior experience in bookkeeping and/or tax preparation required
• Proficiency with QuickBooks (Online and/or Desktop) and Microsoft Excel
• Experience with UltraTax a plus
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines simultaneously
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred, but relevant experience will be considered in lieu of a degree
• EA, CPA candidate, or working toward professional certification a plus, but not required What We Offer
• Competitive salary based on experience
• PTO
• Retirement plan
• Opportunity for professional growth within a well-established local firm
• Supportive team environment How to Apply Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to arehart@arehartcpa.

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Pay:

$40,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Paid time off Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person