Tax Accountant

GreenStone Farm Credit Services•Prairie Ronde Township, MI

16h

About The Position

At GreenStone Farm Credit Services, we deliver exceptional service to our clients without compromising the well-being of our team. If you're motivated by meaningful work and meaningful rewards, this opportunity is for you: earn up to 30% of your base salary in annual incentives while enjoying a healthier work-life balance than traditional public accounting firms. This will allow you to focus on meaningful client work without burnout. Our $15 billion portfolio of customers, ranging from rural homeowners to global agriculture and food businesses, provides our employees with a unique opportunity to maintain a local presence while working for a top workplace. Our diverse business structure provides exciting opportunities for passionate, talented professionals in many areas. Additionally, many of our team members are highly respected in their area of expertise at both the state and national level making GreenStone one of the top Farm Credit associations in the country. Core Four values steer everything we do at GreenStone. Customer First, Delivery Quality, Get involved, Do the right thing. Employees work as a team to create a company fueled by the desire to best serve each other and our customers every day. Greenstone culture promotes innovative thinking, professional development, health and wellness, and a relaxed work environment with flexible schedules.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in public accounting or tax planning & preparation is required.
Must pass the Farm Credit Income Tax Certification Exam after beginning employment.
Strong understanding of tax laws and accounting principles.
Strong computer skills.
Technical experience with individual, partnership and corporate tax returns, tax research, and tax software.

Nice To Haves

CPA or Enrolled Agent designation is preferred.
Agricultural background.
Strong leadership qualities and demonstrated initiative.

Responsibilities

Perform tax projections and prepare/review tax returns.
Process payroll tax payments and prepare payroll tax forms.
Review and provide quality control for payroll & bookkeeping work performed by the Tax & Accounting Assistant, intern, or temp.
Actively and aggressively market tax & accounting services to current and prospective customers
Assist in training and guidance for tax & accounting staff.
Providing excellent internal and external customer service will be at the core of your daily interactions.
This role will also consist of daily customer interactions, such as answering incoming calls and in office customer meetings.