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HRC · 1 day ago

Senior Accountant, Tax

HRC is a company seeking a Senior Accountant assigned to Tax and CAS engagements. The Senior Accountant will be responsible for coordinating tax compliance, consulting engagements, and related projects while supervising team members and ensuring client satisfaction.

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Responsibilities

Coordinating tax compliance, Client Accounting Services (CAS), consulting engagements and related projects with minimal supervision
Working with assigned clients, including participating in the planning process for engagements; coordinating activities with clients; supervising and developing team members; reviewing work papers and tax returns; and presenting results to clients' management
Training, advising, and directing team members in meeting client and self-development expectations
Efficiently and effectively uses tax-related software appropriate to responsibilities
Fully researches issues and presents pertinent guidance in support of suggested alternatives
Seeks to provide “champion” knowledge of either technology or specialized technical knowledge
Consolidate returns, do more complex tax returns without supervision
Assists others in resolving problems related to systems or software
Researches, develops, and documents complicated taxation issues
Proactively takes part in tax planning for clients
Demonstrates an understanding of tax needs of client, including review of organizational structure and any/all other entities held by the organization which could be impacted by this work
Completes client recordkeeping responsibilities including bank reconciliations, recording journal entries, and monthly financial statement preparation with minimal supervision
Prepares year-end financial statements for tax preparation
Completes client payroll processing including preparation of payroll tax returns and annual W2s and 1099s with minimal supervision
Understands the business entities and environments in which our clients operate
Assists in training and supervising staff assigned to CAS engagements
Understands Houldsworth, Russo & Company, P.C.’s (HRC) service offerings, identifies current client cross-selling opportunities, and communicates these opportunities to supervisor
Participates in HRC recruiting events, as requested, to introduce and promote HRC to students and faculty
Anticipates client inquiries and requests and proactively communications with assigned clients throughout the year to ensure client expectations are met
Communicates relevant updates in accounting standards to existing clients, as applicable
Promptly addresses client complaints and communicates issues with proposed solutions to management
Cultivates role as primary client contact and proactively seeks opportunities to strengthen client relationships
Communicates effectively with clients and staff; demonstrating actively listening and then inquiring to understand
Converses intelligently with clients and presents self in a professional manner, both in behavior and appearance
Proactively communicates pertinent engagement status updates (e.g., delays, difficulties with management, unusual or unexpected audit issues, etc.) to client, partners, managers, and colleagues, as appropriate
Takes initiative to develop self and Staff Accountants
Delegates effectively to Staff Accountants and takes responsibility for the completion of work performed by Staff Accountants, to include review of Staff Accountant-prepared workpapers
Able to adapt to frequent changes, delays and/or unexpected events, and to assist Staff Accountants with re-prioritizing workload, as applicable
Identifies engagement issues that cause inefficiencies or risks to engagement quality, and effectively works with firm management to effect positive change
Demonstrates consistent ability to brings engagements to conclusion effectively and in a timely manner
Shares time-saving efficiencies with colleagues to help improve their efficiency while maintaining quality
Seeks opportunities to assist management in research and implementation of new processes
Demonstrates and understands the concepts of engagement/project profitability and budget monitoring to ensure that jobs are concluded timely and profitably
Demonstrates completed knowledge of HRC’s philosophy, reports, policies, quality controls and opinions on financial matters
Takes the initiative to increase knowledge and skills through self-study and personal development and consults with, and obtains approval from, management to determine appropriate pursuits that will benefit both the Senior Accountant and HRC
Takes the initiative to increase knowledge of key client industries
Manage confidential information
Regular and consistent attendance
Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Certified Public AccountantTax complianceClient Accounting ServicesMicrosoft OfficeAnalytical skillsProject managementCustomer serviceSupervisory skillsInterpersonal skillsCreative problem-solving

Required

Minimum 3+ years relevant experience
Holds a bachelor's degree and/or master's degree in accounting (or similar)
Licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred
Computer literacy to include a working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and ability to learn software used by HRC
Proven interpersonal skills with the ability to adapt, relate, and build relationships with/to diverse personalities in a tactful and mature manner
Solid analytical and diagnostic skills and ability to break down complex issues and implement appropriate resolutions
Works ethically and with integrity, in accordance with HRC and AICPA Guidelines
Understands and complies with relevant CPE requirements, as applicable to specific engagements
Demonstrates supervisory skills to include the ability to effectively coordinate a team of people
Proven project management skills
Creative problem-solving ability
Provider of consistent, excellent customer service
Ability to identify and execute appropriate delegation opportunities, with a focus and consideration on Staff Accountant development
Ability to work flexible schedule
Must possess a valid state driver's license and maintained throughout employment

Company

HRC

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