Senior Tax Accountant

Klassic Recruiting and Machen McChesney, LLP are partnering together in a search for a Senior Tax Accountant for their Auburn - Opelika, AL location.

Position Purpose:

Senior accountants are given a variety of accounting, auditing and tax assignments under the supervision of other personnel. Outside of tax season, a senior accountant will begin focusing on an area of specialization in either audit or tax. Performance is measured based on the quality of work, application of accounting knowledge, and ability to meet time constraints.

Position Reports To:

Supervisor and Manager positions

Position Responsibilities:

The primary responsibilities of the Senior Accountant are:

• Preparation of individual and business tax returns
• Preparation of financial statements
• Perform audit procedures as assigned by supervisors/managers
• Bookkeeping and client write-up monthly/yearly
• Perform specific tasks for clients as assigned by supervisor (ex. contractor’s license)
• Supervise/mentor staff accountants on small jobs
• Planning and performing small audits
• Perform initial review procedures on staff accountant work
• Research

Skills and Education Required:

The skills and education required for this position are:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting with desire to pursue CPA certificate
• Requires 1 to 3 years experience in public accounting
• Proficiency with computer and ability to learn various computer programs
• Good written and verbal communication skills;
• Good research skills
• Positive, can-do attitude with willingness to “dig in” and get the work done
• Basic understanding, comprehension, and ability to articulate auditing, accounting and tax concepts
• Developing or emerging leadership skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Measures of Success:

The Senior Accountant will be deemed to have been successful when he or she has:

• Completed the engagements assigned to him/her with minimal supervision
• Received positive feedback from his/her clients and supervisors
• Taken “ownership” of assigned projects
• Exhibited leadership and successful supervision of others

Job Type: Full-time

Required education:

• Bachelor's

Required experience:

• Auditing: 1 year
• Public Accounting: 3 years
• Tax Accounting: 1 year

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.