Tax Accountant

VetJobs•Troy, MI

2d•$45,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Tax Accountant owns client work from preparation and planning through IRS and state resolution in a small firm. The role covers federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals and a range of organizations, along with bookkeeping, payroll, financial statement preparation, and compilation-level work. The accountant manages workpapers and deadlines independently while collaborating with the team. The position is in-office at the firm's Troy, Michigan location, with availability for additional hours during tax season from January through April.

Requirements

At least 2 years of professional tax-preparation experience; military tax-center and VITA preparation experience counts.
Bookkeeping and payroll experience.
Ability to prepare individual and business returns accurately and efficiently.
Strong organization, attention to detail, and a client-service mindset.
Availability for additional hours during January through April tax season.

Nice To Haves

EA, CPA, or active candidate, or a firm commitment to pursue EA/CPA licensure.
Experience with Thomson Reuters CS Professional Suite / UltraTax, QuickBooks, and Financial Cents.
Experience with trusts, estates, nonprofits, multistate taxation, or tax resolution.

Responsibilities

Prepare federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, businesses, estates, trusts, nonprofits, and retirement plans, including Forms 1040, 1041, 1065, 1120, 1120-S, 5500, and 990, and related state and local filings.
Handle proactive tax planning and respond to client tax questions.
Perform bookkeeping and payroll services, including Forms 940 and 941 and state unemployment filings.
Prepare financial statements and perform compilation-level work.
Support IRS and state notices, tax-resolution matters, and representation, based on experience and licensing.
Manage workpapers and deadlines independently while working closely with the team.