Experienced - Tax Associate

Ketel Thorstenson • Casper, WY

41d • Onsite

About The Position

KT is seeking a motivated accountant to join our Tax team. About Us: Ketel Thorstenson, LLP, is a full-service accounting firm rich in history, serving clients in the Black Hills region since 1936. Currently, we have 22 partners and over 50 CPAs, with offices in Rapid City and Spearfish, SD, Gillette, and now Casper WY. The firm offers a variety of accounting services, specializing in the agricultural, construction, hospitality, estate planning, nonprofit, and government industries. Our mission is to inspire excellence in our people, clients, and communities by building meaningful relationships through progressive thinking, collaboration, and passion. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree Accounting or a similar field such as Finance or Business
• 1-3 years associate experience is preferred.
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or EA (Enrolled Agent) certification preferred, but not required.
• Willingness to put forth the effort needed to meet compliance and Firm deadlines, as well as meet client expectations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid State Driver's License
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and meet insurance requirements following a motor vehicle record check.
• Truth
• Excellence
• Innovation
• Community
• Diversity

Nice To Haves

• Professionalism
• Integrity
• Ethical Conduct
• Critical Thinking
• Problem-Solving
• Organization
• Prioritization
• Multi-tasking
• Team Oriented with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform year-end accounting procedures necessary for tax preparations
• Use discretion and judgment to prepare individual, partnership, corporate, and other various tax returns
• Use knowledge of accounting to analyze and interpret data to make recommendations to clients regarding routine tax and accounting inquiries.
• Review and organize financial documents and ensure accuracy in data entry.
• Conduct tax research on current tax laws, regulations, and updates to support the team’s decision-making processes.
• Collaborate with other tax professionals to address client inquires, provide timely responses, and ensure exceptional client service.
• Handle routine client communication under the guidance of experienced staff.
• Maintain and organize client files and tax records in compliance with industry and firm standards.
• Ensure the confidentiality and security of sensitive information
• Develop working relationships with clients and co-workers. Including participating in the firm’s liaison and coaching programs.
• Attend professional development and training sessions on a regular basis.
• Attend firm sponsored community service events and team building activities.
• Assist in staff recruiting efforts including attending career fairs, interviews, and other activities
• Develop proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, accounting, and tax preparation software, and other applications relevant to job requirements.
• Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality.
• Become familiar with and adhere to Ketel Thorstenson’s policies and procedures.
• Assist in brainstorming ideas for change/improvement for the firm as well as implementing and facilitating these changes.
• Other duties as assigned by Person-in-Charge or another member of the Partner group.

Benefits

• Work life balance: PTO, Extended Illness Leave, 8 paid holidays, Flex Hours - outside of peak season, Community Service Opportunities, Paid Volunteer Time, & Dress for your day.
• Health and Wellness: High Deductible Health Plan, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, Voluntary Accident Insurance, & Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance.
• Financial Wellness: 401k Retirement Plan, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Financial Advising through Morgan Stanley, Tax Season Incentives, Employee Referral Program
• Career Growth: AICPA-NASBA’s Experience, Learn, and Earn Program, Tuition Assistance, Assistance with Professional Certifications, Promotional Opportunities, Path to Partner
• For more information about our benefits, visit www.ktllp.cpa/careers.

What This Job Offers

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