Are you an Accountant who is looking for a change? Are you feeling burnt out and wonder if you will find your “place?” Do you feel lost in your current environment? Maybe you love Accounting, formulas, and numbers, but need a change of scenery? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, Lashier, Bonefas, Baldwin & Co. is the change for you.

We are a fast-paced firm with a family atmosphere, located in Shenandoah, Iowa, a quiet little town just an hour southeast of Omaha, Nebraska. Shenandoah is a great community full of caring people who will make you feel like family. Shenandoah is a safe place where you can enjoy having a family without the constant fears that come along with living in a large city.

We have many local small to mid-sized business clients, that you will get to know quickly. It makes accounting a little more relatable when you are working with the same clients that you are a patron of. Even though many of our clients are in the agricultural sector, we do work with a broad range of industries, which makes the job interesting and fun.

The ideal candidate for this position is detail oriented, meticulous in their work, has outstanding customer service, and most importantly, looks to advance into ownership within 2 to 4 years.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Preparing the client’s tax returns, preparing payroll returns, and tax planning with clients. The top priorities are to prepare the client’s tax return(s), achieve compliance with taxing agencies, and help the taxpayer achieve the best tax position possible.

• Client proforma/onboarding in tax software (UltraTax)
• Business entity tax return prep (990, 1041, 1065, 1120, and 1120S)
• Individual tax return prep (1040)
• Payroll tax return prep (940, 941, 943, 944, and any state or local forms)
• Development and maintenance of supporting tax schedules and forms
• Tax Analysis (projections, estimates, analysis, etc.)
• Communication with taxing agencies
• Researching client specific tax issues
• Consulting/Tax Planning Projects
• Review and Compilation engagements
• Client Communication

Skills and knowledge

• Ability to prioritize projects with competing deadlines (tax season will always be tax season and we need people who can keep a level head)
• Flexible team player willing to do what it takes to get the job done and can be adaptable when needed to complete tasks.
• Ability to keep company/client confidences.
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to take directions and delegate when necessary.
• Enjoys the accounting work and shares that positivity with our clients (Clients will come back because of the positive experience)
• Problem solving skills and sound judgement are a must (we don’t micromanage)
• Dedicated to the growth of Lashier, Bonefas, Baldwin & Co.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (Clients and staff must be able to understand you, so being able to explain tax in layman’s terms is essential).

Education/Experience Requirements:

· Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.

· Active CPA or EA

· A minimum of 5 years of relevant public tax experience and managing staff

· Technology skills and experience with Microsoft applications, QuickBooks, and tax software

· Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and tax regulations

· Excellent time management skills

**We are above all else looking for the right fit! Even if you don’t have every qualification listed, please apply if you think you could be a good addition to the team. We have a team of highly experienced tax professionals who can help you grow your accounting skills. Tell us in your cover letter why you would be a good fit for Lashier, Bonefas, Baldwin & Co.

Physical Requirements:

· Sitting/sedentary for extended periods of time.

· Ability to work longer days during busy times.

Benefits:

· Paid Health Insurance

· Health Savings Account

· Vacation

· Paid time off

· Simple IRA

· Paid Holidays

· Holiday Bonus

· Paid Continuing Education

· Paid membership to state CPA society

· Paid yearly CPA license renewal

· Fast track to becoming partner

· Slower summer hours

Salary range $90,000 to $120,000 plus paid benefits, depending on experience.

If you are an accountant that is looking for a change and think you would be a great addition to our team, then please send a cover letter and resume. We will follow up if we would like to schedule an interview. No phone calls please.