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Tax & Accounting Associate
Shahbaz & Associates CPAs
Northern Virginia - In office
Position Overview
Shahbaz & Associates CPAs is seeking a Tax & Accounting Associate to support our growing CPA firm. This role will assist with both tax preparation and client accounting services, including bookkeeping, financial reporting, and tax return preparation for individuals and small businesses.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with entrepreneurs, real estate investors, and growing businesses while gaining exposure to both tax and accounting advisory services.
The role will work directly with the firm's CPA to ensure clients maintain accurate books and receive high-quality tax compliance and advisory support.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Bookkeeping
- Maintain client books using QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop
- Record and categorize transactions
- Perform bank and credit card reconciliations
- Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable
- Assist with monthly and year-end closing
- Prepare financial statements including:
- Profit & Loss
- Balance Sheet
- Cash flow summaries
Tax Preparation
- Prepare individual and business tax returns, including:
- Form 1040
- Form 1065
- Form 1120S
- Prepare workpapers and supporting schedules
- Assist with tax projections and planning calculations
- Review financial records to ensure books are tax-ready
Client Support
- Communicate with clients to gather missing documentation
- Respond to basic accounting and tax-related questions
- Assist in organizing documents through TaxDome or similar platforms
QualificationsRequired
- 2 years of experience in tax preparation or accounting
- Experience preparing individual tax returns (1040)
- Familiarity with QuickBooks
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple client engagements
Preferred
- Experience preparing business tax returns (1065, 1120S)
- Experience working in a CPA firm
- Familiarity with real estate clients
- Accounting or finance degree
Skills
- Strong analytical thinking
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to prioritize deadlines
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Problem-solving mindset
Our firm works with entrepreneurs, real estate investors, and small businesses, providing tax compliance, tax strategy, and accounting support. As our firm grows, team members will gain exposure to complex tax planning, client advisory services, and business consulting.
Pay: $55,000.00 - $58,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Continuing education credits
- Gym membership
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55,000 - $58,000