Tax Accountant

Handshake in Heels
  • Fredericksburg, Virginia
  • Autofill and Review
30+ days ago

Job Description

A client of ours is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant with deep knowledge of QuickBooks and a solid understanding of tax law to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will manage day-to-day accounting functions, ensure tax compliance, and provide strategic financial insights that support sound decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and maintain accurate financial records using QuickBooks Online/Desktop
  • Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations
  • Prepare and file tax returns (Sales, Payroll, Income, etc.)
  • Reconcile bank statements, credit card accounts, and general ledger entries
  • Identify opportunities for tax savings and ensure timely filings
  • Support external CPA or auditors with documentation and financial reports
  • Stay current on changes in accounting standards and tax legislation

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred but not required)
  • Minimum 3–5 years of accounting experience
  • Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and/or QuickBooks Desktop
  • Strong understanding of U.S. tax law, including business deductions and tax reporting
  • Knowledge of payroll tax filings and sales/use tax reporting
  • Excellent attention to detail, organization, and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks and deadlines

Preferred Skills

  • Experience working with multiple clients or in a firm setting
  • Familiarity with other accounting tools (e.g., ProSeries)
  • Knowledge of industry-specific tax considerations (e.g., real estate, professional services, retail)

What We Offer

  • Competitive hourly rate based on experience plus bonuses
  • Collaborative and growth-minded environment
  • Opportunities for professional development

Numbers & Facts

LocationFredericksburg, Virginia

Skills

  • Accountingunmatched
  • Accounting Standards and Regulationsunmatched
  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Business Lawunmatched
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)unmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Credit Cardsunmatched
  • Decision Supportunmatched
  • Desktop PCunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Domestic Taxunmatched
  • External Auditunmatched
  • Financeunmatched
  • Financial Reportingunmatched
  • Financial Statementsunmatched
  • Financial Strategyunmatched
  • General Ledger Accountingunmatched
  • Intuit Quickbooksunmatched
  • Local Taxunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Multitaskingunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Payroll Taxunmatched
  • Professional Servicesunmatched
  • Real Estateunmatched
  • Reconciliationunmatched
  • Record Keepingunmatched
  • Retailunmatched
  • Salesunmatched
  • Sales Taxunmatched
  • State Taxunmatched
  • Tax Accountingunmatched
  • Tax Regulationsunmatched
  • Tax Reportingunmatched
  • Tax Returnsunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Use Taxunmatched

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