Business Service Group (BSG) Staff Accountant I

Job Description

Job Description

Summary :

Under supervision, the Staff Accountant I will assist in audits, reviews, compilations; prepare tax returns for individuals, corporations, trusts and partnerships; conduct tax research and assist in tax planning; complete corporate accounting engagements; prepare financial statements and communicate as needed with reviewer, Manager or Principal. This position works extra hours during busy season.

Essential functions :

• Performs all work according to the firm’s methods, policies and procedures
• Performs compilations, reviews and audits
• Prepares workpapers, business, and individual tax returns
• Performs tax planning for individuals and businesses (periodic and year-end)
• Prepares client and IRS correspondence letters
• Prepares return extensions as needed
• Prepares property tax returns
• Performs bookkeeping duties for businesses and individuals
• Sets up and organizes engagement binders
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Note : Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Note : the job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.