Tax Accountant - School Schedule

Pearl Accounting is a rapidly growing accounting firm located in downtown Sioux Falls with clients in over 20 states. Pearl Accounting is looking for a tax preparer interested in a "school schedule". An ideal candidate would be interested in working full time September 1 – April 30 and having summers off. Significant flexibility given for choosing when hours are scheduled as long as deadlines are met.

Responsibilities include:

· Scanning and organizing tax return supporting workpapers

· Preparing individual, partnership, and S corporation tax returns

· Self-review for technical accuracy

· Assisting with year-end tax planning

· Accurately tracking and recording time spend on projects

· Helping with preparation of W-2s and 1099s

· Administrative tasks as assigned

Technical Requirements:

· Previous tax return preparation experience preferred

· Degree in Accounting or Finance

· Proficient in MS Excel and Word

· Experience with CCH tax products (prosystems fx or axcess) preferred but not required

· Experience with QuickBooks Online preferred

Required Skills:

· Care about doing what’s best for the client

· Responsive to client communications

· Ability to manage and appropriately prioritize multiple tasks

· Clear communication about workload, capacity, and when tasks will be completed

· Ensure deadlines are met

· Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills

· Ability to perform work accurately and efficiently

· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Work Hours and Benefits:

· This is an hourly, full-time position September 1 – April 30, with summers off. During tax season, this role may allow for overtime if the candidate would like and workflow allows.

· Significant hour flexibility allowed as long as deadlines are met. Options including work the standard M-F 8-5, shift hours to accommodate family schedules, or compress hours into four days to enjoy three-day weekends. Willing to consider any schedule the candidate would prefer.

· Work from home option available if candidate can demonstrate acceptable quality of work, efficiency, and self-sufficiency after an initial training period.

· Paid Time Off accruing and usable immediately upon hiring.

· Paid Holidays.

· Commissions for bringing in new clients (not a job requirement, just a bonus opportunity).

· Internal growth opportunities since the business is rapidly growing, and promotion from within will be considered before external searches.

About Pearl Accounting:

Mission Statement: Our mission is to provide an extraordinary experience by making life better for our clients through simplifying their tax and accounting responsibilities. We strive to accomplish this by being an approachable, trusted partner to the small business owners we serve through technical accuracy, timely & efficient work, strategic planning, and most importantly, an elevated level of customer service.

Vision Statement: Our vision is to provide small business owners with such exceptional service that it drives continued organic growth through personal referrals. These referrals happen when clients feel they have received extraordinary service; we aim to give each client that level of satisfaction.

Apply by sending resume and cover letter or introduction email to: jolene@pearlcpafirm.com to be considered for a confidential interview.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Experience level:

• 3 years

Experience:

• Tax experience: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPA (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Sioux Falls, SD 57104 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Sioux Falls, SD 57104: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $40