Business Accounting Senior
About The Position
The Tax Department of one of the fastest-growing accounting firms in the country is seeking a Business Accounting Senior who is motivated to learn, excited to collaborate and passionate about delivering outstanding results. This individual will have a direct impact on our firm’s mission of serving as a catalyst for those striving to achieve their highest potential. In this role, you will be primarily responsible for the management and oversight of all aspects of the accounting function for selected clients. You will participate in month-end and year-end closing processes, process client payroll, and assist clients with routine accounting functions while assessing their current systems/processes to determine streamlining and automation opportunities.
Requirements
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Strong client service skills with the ability to interact with all levels of management
- Ability to work autonomously
- Strong organization skills
- Detail-oriented with QuickBooks Online experience
- Proficient with MS Excel, Word, & Outlook
- Familiarity with cloud-based software applications
- High School diploma required
- 4+ years relevant experience
- All applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the United States now and in the future without requiring sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- experience with other general ledger software, such as Xero, NetSuite, Sage, or similar platforms, a plus
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred
- CPA a plus
Responsibilities
- Prepare and assist clients with monthly bank reconciliations
- Prepare and assist clients with journal entries and general ledger maintenance
- Prepare clients year end trial balances
- Preparation of compiled financial statements and budgeting reports
- Maintain fixed asset schedules
- Maintain the chart of accounts
- Preparation of client sales tax returns
- Process live client payroll accurately and timely
- Preparation of client payroll tax returns, quarterly and year end
- Preparation of client annual 1099 informational returns
- Preparation of personal property declarations
- Maintain an orderly accounting filing system
- Maintain a system of controls over accounting transactions
- Provide tax compliance and consulting services to individuals, partnerships and corporations in a variety of industries
- Demonstrate the ability to efficiently research tax topics of intermediate complexity
- Assist in managing and developing professional tax staff
- Help develop, build and manage client relationships
- Travel onsite to local clients as needed
Benefits
- professional development opportunities
- benefits that directly impact mental, physical and financial wellness
- Work Flex program
- opportunity to work at our Chesterfield office
- opportunity to work at our Downtown St. Louis office
- opportunity to work remotely
- adopt a hybrid approach
- switch between these options as you prefer
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
