Experienced Tax Accountant

Local CPA firm, located in San Jose, California, is actively seeking a highly motivated CPA.  Broad knowledge and hands on experience with tax preparation, planning, and accounting is necessary.

Responsibilities can include:

·       Prepare and review Federal and State individual, corporate, partnership, trust, exempt organization, and estate tax returns

·       Perform and review compilations of small to mid-size businesses

·       Manage client engagements

·       Tax planning and research

·       Assist in tax controversy matters, including government audits

·       Understand and track tax deadlines and maintain client tax compliance

·       Review client payroll and sales tax returns as needed

·       Perform additional duties and projects as requested by clients and management

Qualifications:

·        3+ years recent tax preparation experience

·       Able to work independently and in a team

·       Good client service skills

·       Ability to multitask and prioritize a number of client accounts

·       Strong written and oral communications skills

·       Proficient in QuickBooks and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, etc.)

·       Experience with Thomson CS Professional Suite (Ultra Tax, FileCabinet, etc.) and PPC Checkpoint a plus

Compensation will be commensurate with experience.  Benefits include health insurance, 401(k) Plan, paid holidays and personal-time-off.