Cost Accountant jobs in Helena, MT

*Job Overview*

We are a small, respected accounting firm with 44 years’ experience seeking a qualified accountant to join our team and advance their career. The responsibility of this role will be the preparation of tax returns for individuals, corporations, S-corporations, partnerships, and LLC’s. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with partners and gain experience in various accounting and financial planning activities, including reviews and financial statement preparation.

Responsibilities:

· Prepare tax returns for individuals, corporations, S-corporations, partnerships, and LLCs.

· Preparation of financial reports, including balance sheet and profit and loss statements.

· Maintain the general ledger, prepare trial balances, and reconcile entries.

· Prepare journal entries for financial transactions.

· Utilize QuickBooks and other accounting software.

· Ability to meet a constant stream of deadlines.

· Communicate with clients in a timely manner, as well as others within the firm.

Qualifications:

· At least 2 years of experience in accounting and tax preparation

· CPA designation not required.

· Associates or BS in business required.

· Experience in preparing corporate, partnership, and individual tax returns.

· Knowledge of federal and state tax laws

· Proficient in using QuickBooks

· Ability to work closely with partners and handle multiple tasks

Benefits:

· 401k

· Health Insurance

· Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

· CPE provided

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Physical Setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Accounting: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Butte, MT 59701 (Required)

Work Location: In person