CloudIT is seeking an experienced, well-rounded and QUALIFIED CPA OR EA (Enrolled Agent)Tax Accountant and Bookkeeping Specialist for one of its client.
The ideal candidate is a US Tax Accountant with 4+ years of experience, preferably in a CPA or public accounting firm, who has hands-on experience preparing US federal and state tax returns:
Individual Tax Returns (1040)
Corporate Returns
Partnership Returns (1065)
S-Corporation Returns (1120S)
C-Corporation Returns (1120).
They should be proficient in QuickBooks and tax software, have strong bookkeeping and month-end accounting knowledge, and be comfortable handling IRS notices, tax planning, and direct client
communication. The role requires someone who can manage multiple client engagements, meet deadlines, and work independently
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and review federal and state income tax returns broadly ranging in complexity for individual, corporate and partnership (including C-Corporations, S-Corporations, Partnerships, and other State and Localities over a range of industries.
- Perform services within budgeted time by developing technical, time management and organizational skills
- Assist in preparation of quarterly and year end estimates
- Draft responses letters to IRS and state notices when needed
- Make adjusting entries and complete a trail balance in order to prepare business returns
- Perform accounting/bookkeeping functions when needed
- Profit-and-loss statements
- Monitoring company accounts and conducting quarterly/annual reviews
- Maintain client relationships and work directly with clients to resolve tax issues
- Analyze tax and accounting issues and draw logical conclusions
- Complete month-end financial reporting
- Prepare, review and communicate to the clients tax planning projections for both businesses and individuals including estimating tax liabilities, "as-if" scenarios and other projects on an as needed basis.
- Contact the IRS to quickly and confidently resolve notices and other issues.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Associates degree in business or Bachelor's degree in Accounting and certified CPA or EA(Enrolled Agent)
- Positive knowledge of Federal Tax Regulations and state and local law
- 3-5 years (or busy seasons) with a public or private accounting firm
- 3-5 years QuickBooks and Tax Accounting software experience
- 3-5 years Corporate Tax Returns
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong organizational and analytical abilities
- Ability to manage multiple engagements and deadlines
- Project leadership experience