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Accountant

Legend Tax
Whittier, CA, US
$50K-$75K a year
Full-time

We are looking for a skilled accountant to play a key role in our growing team. You’ll be responsible for bookkeeping, payroll, sales tax, and business management functions.

The ideal candidate is a strong team player, detail-oriented, and highly organized. If this sounds like work you’ll love, we’re waiting eagerly for your application!

This is primarily an in-office position with light hybrid work permitted.

Compensation :

$50,000 - $75,000 yearly

Responsibilities :

  • Properly record financial transactions
  • Ensure transactions are recorded properly in all ledgers
  • Bookkeeping : Enter data, maintain records and produce financial reports

Qualifications :

  • Must possess exceptional communication, problem-solving, and time management skills
  • Strong knowledge of QuickBooks, Excel, and basic accounting systems
  • At least 2 years of work experience at an accounting firm or as a cost accountant, management accountant, bookkeeper, or related position
  • Must be well-versed in general accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
  • 5+ years of work experience at an accounting or bookkeeping firm as a bookkeeper, accountant, or similar position
  • Strong current knowledge of QuickBooks Online (QBO ProAdvisor Preferred) and Excel
  • Experience with payroll systems (i.e. Gusto and ADP) preferred
  • Experience with sales tax calculations and filings preferred
  • Excellent time management, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Strong understanding of GAAP accounting, making journal entries, completing reconciliations, and trial balances
  • Experience with business management (A / R, A / P, bill pay) preferred
  • Ability to spot errors with new client books and perform cleanup / back work as necessary
  • Ability to work closely with in-house CPA at tax time for tax return prep

About Company

Legend Tax provides a wide range of services to accommodate each client's specific tax and financial situation. Our goal is to make life easier for clients by providing a one-stop shop for preparing tax returns, starting new businesses, organizing accounting data, and, if necessary, defending audits.

By fostering a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and community engagement, our mission is to be the leading force in shaping the future of financial and tax solutions, making a positive and lasting impact on clients, employees, and the communities we serve.

Legend Tax strives to be the ultimate financial partner for businesses looking to scale to new heights, setting the industry standard for integrity, expertise, and innovation, driven by a relentless commitment to client’s success and financial well-being.

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