What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant/Tax Preparer position at Bennett Morgan & Company?
HELP WANTED — ACCOUNTANT / CPA
Full-Time — Accounting Office
We are looking for a dependable, knowledgeable, and detail-oriented Accountant or CPA to join our busy accounting office. This is a full-time position requiring a consistent 40-hour work week year-round. We work with a wide variety of businesses and individuals and handle a variety of accounting, tax, payroll, and financial matters.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Individual and business income tax preparation
Bookkeeping and financial statement preparation
Payroll processing and payroll-related matters
Sales tax preparation and filing
Bank reconciliations, general ledger work, and journal entries
Accounts payable and accounts receivable
Financial reports and business/individual projections
Tax planning and research
Answering client accounting and tax questions
Direct client communication
Other accounting and tax-related duties as needed
QUALIFICATIONS
Accountant or CPA with relevant accounting/public accounting experience
Good understanding of income taxes and accounting principles
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Able to manage multiple clients and deadlines
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Professional and comfortable communicating with clients
Punctual, dependable, and reliable
Able to consistently work 40 hours per week, year-round
Able to work efficiently in a busy environment, particularly during tax season
COMPUTER & TECHNOLOGY
Must be proficient in: Microsoft Word & Excel, QuickBooks Desktop, QuickBooks Online
The accounting profession and the software we use are changing rapidly due to AI and automation. Our software, procedures, and workflows will continue to evolve. We need someone who is comfortable learning new technology, adapting to changes, and learning new ways of doing things.
TAX SEASON
Tax season is our busiest time of year. The workload increases significantly and deadlines become more demanding. We need someone who can remain organized, pay attention to detail, communicate with clients, and continue working efficiently when things get busy. Vacations or extended planned absences during tax season will not be accommodated. Frequent absences are not workable for this position.
THE RIGHT FIT
We are looking for someone who enjoys accounting, problem-solving, and working with a variety of clients. The right person will be reliable, punctual, professional, willing to learn, and adaptable as the accounting profession continues to change.
Pay: $20.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $35