**Position: Bookkeeper with Tax Experience**

**Company:** Lenning & Associates Inc

**Location:** Surprise, AZ

**About Us:**

We are a small business tax firm dedicated to providing comprehensive tax services to our clients. With a focus on personalized attention, we strive to ensure that our clients receive the best possible outcomes and plan for the future.

**Job Description:**

We are seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented bookkeeper with tax experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the day-to-day financial operations of our clients, including but not limited to maintaining accurate records, reconciling accounts, and preparing financial reports. Additionally, the candidate will assist in tax preparation and filing, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.

**Responsibilities:**

- Manage and maintain accurate financial records for clients

- Reconcile bank statements and accounts receivable/payable

- Prepare and file sales tax returns, payroll tax returns, and other tax filings as needed

- Assist in tax preparation for individuals, businesses, and entities

- Stay updated on changes in tax laws and regulations

- Provide support during audits and examinations

- Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities
- Conduct account analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement
- Collaborate with internal teams to gather financial data for reporting purposes

**Qualifications:**

- Experience/degree in accounting, finance, or related field

- Minimum of 2 years of experience in bookkeeping and tax preparation

- Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, Xero, etc.) and tax preparation software (e.g., Lacerte, ProSeries)

- Strong understanding of tax laws and regulations

- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

- Ability to multitask and prioritize workload effectively

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

- Strong knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping principles and practices

- Excellent numerical aptitude and 10-key typing skills

- Proficient in technology, computer programs and typing.

**Benefits:**

- Competitive salary based on experience

- Health insurance

- Retirement savings plan

- Paid time off and holidays

- Opportunities for professional development and growth

**How to Apply:**

Please send your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications to client@lenningaz.com. In your cover letter, please include your salary expectations and availability for an interview.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We offer competitive compensation based on experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

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

Experience level:

• 2 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities
• Overtime pay

Experience:

• Bookkeeping: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Surprise, AZ (Required)

Work Location: In person