Senior Staff Accountant

JBA • Encino, CA

28d • Hybrid

About The Position

The primary responsibility of this role is the preparation of various reports in support of servicing clients, preparation of simple to moderately complex tax returns, as well as tax projections and tax research. This position can be based out of Century City (CA) or Encino (CA).

Requirements

• 4+ years in preparation and/or review of individual, corporate, partnership, and trust tax returns
• Bachelor's degree is required
• Solid interpersonal skills and other key soft skills (i.e., communication, time management, emotional intelligence, adaptability, active listening, critical-thinking, etc.)
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Organization skills with attention to detail
• Capability to learn new systems and process information quickly
• Proficiency at Microsoft Office, Excel, Word and QuickBooks

Nice To Haves

• CPA or CPA eligibility is highly preferred
• Familiarity with DataFaction is a plus
• Familiarity with GoSystem is a plus

Responsibilities

• Prepare individual, corporate (S corp and C corp), partnership, estate, trust, fiduciary, and exempt organization tax returns
• Review General Ledger and reports to assist in preparation of tax projections
• Perform tax research and planning, as needed, to solve client’s tax issues
• Correspondence regarding tax notices, jurisdictional issues, and/or tax audits
• Prepare closeouts for loan-out corporations and analyzing payroll withholding requirements for federal and state
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports that may include net worth statements, cash flow schedules, meeting packages, budgets, investment analysis, tour reconciliations, etc.
• Assist with state, local, and international tax clearances for touring artists
• Assist client service team with other projects, as necessary

Benefits

• Multiple Medical, Dental and Vision plans (including HSA and FSA options)
• Generous paid time off policy
• Paid holidays
• Hybrid work flexibility
• 401(k) with discretionary match
• Discretionary performance bonus
• Tuition assistance and career advancement programs
• CPA program (employer-paid prep materials, paid time off to study and sit for exams, a CPA completion bonus, continued education and license renewals)
• Early office closures for major holidays
• Discretionary profit-sharing program
• Employee and client referral bonus
• Commuter benefits
• Wellness program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level