Manager Tax Accountant

*Manager Tax Accountant * A small regional accounting firm with locations in Scappoose, St.
Helens, Seaside and Tillamook, Oregon is seeking a Manager Tax Accountant to join our growing practice.
The Manager Tax Accountant will prepare complex individual and business tax returns for our tax clients.
Candidate will also assist in review of tax returns.
Basic office duties and client interviews/onboarding will be expected as well.
A successful candidate will possess heavy experience (5-7 years) OR a degree in accounting/tax and 4+ years experience.
Familiarity and use of Quickbooks/QBO and Lacerte tax software or equivalent are required.
The ideal candidate will be organized, service-oriented, professional, and friendly.
The ability to manage priorities, be self-motivated, maintain a positive attitude, and have attention to detail are all required qualities.
This is a drug- free workplace.
Responsibilities include: * Communication with owners, clients, and other team members.
* Interview/Onboarding of clients * Preparation and review of complex individual and business client tax returns in Lacerte * Advise Clients in Quickbooks/Quickbooks Online * Tracking of time worked on all projects.
* Research and advise clients on various accounting/tax/business issues.
* Other office duties and projects as needed.
* Longer working hours are expected at certain times of the year.
Qualifications: *4+ Years Tax Experience and a 5 Year Accounting Bachelors (CPA Eligible) or Associates Accounting Degree (Enrolled Agent with 5-7 years experience)* * Strong Understanding of Lacerte tax software and tax code * Proficiency using Quickbooks and Quickbooks Online * Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite * Basic knowledge of other online tools (Google Docs, Dropbox, Slack, etc.
) * Strong understanding of accounting principles, complex tax code, and financial statements * Maintaining and understanding the importance of client and practice confidentiality * Be able to pass a background check Compensation: Depends on experience/degree Job Type: Full-time Salary: Starting at $75,000 salary per year Benefits: * 401(k) matching * Paid vacation and holidays * Work from home opportunities depending on years of service and performance * Shorter work weeks in June/July each year Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday * Weekends and longer hours during Busy Season (as needed) Supplemental Pay Types: * Bonus pay (depending on performance) * Ownership Opportunities (based on service length and performance) Education: * Associates Degree in Accounting * 5 Year Accounting Bachelors (CPA Eligible) Experience: * Tax experience: 4+ years (Preferred) License/Certification: * CPA (Preferred) * Enrolled Agent Work Location: Multiple Locations Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $75,000.
00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) matching * Flexible schedule * Paid time off Experience level: * 4 years Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Monday to Friday Work Location: In person