Job Description

Senior Tax Accountants help clients to properly plan and complete their annual tax returns. They review individual, corporate, and partnership tax returns including supporting the firm’s tax research activities. Our people provide the best in class advice and build long-lasting relationships.

Examples of the duties

Review individual, corporate, and partnership tax returns prepared by staff in coordination with existing tax department supervisor
Electronically research tax issues and prepare position memos to be used during partner/client/IRS review
Maintain knowledge of tax code changes, and of accounting procedures and theory in order to properly evaluate financial information
Be a staff mentor and provide staff with a resource for questions including technical, procedural and professional issues
Assist in developing/implementing/monitoring tax quality control policies and procedures
Prepare more complex individual, corporate, and partnership tax returns
Create and deliver tax presentations to partners, clients, and staff
Facilitate briefing of tax and A&A staff to keep Firm abreast of new tax issues
An active participant in business development who cultivates relationships to strengthen both themselves and the Firm

Qualifications & Characteristics

Bachelor’s degree in accounting
CPA or EA required
3+ years of relevant experience in taxation services
Strong technical skills and a deep understanding of at least one to two specific industries
Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, client service, technical writing skills and research skills
Leadership skills and ability to motivate others in face of tight deadlines or complex situations requiring on the spot thinking
Developmental skills to train and mentor team members

Other things we think you should know about the position

Location – Remote
Hours are normally Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. CST

Who We Are
At Christianson, we’re more than just your local accounting and consulting firm. We’re dedicated to getting to know our clients on a deeper level so that we can not only serve their needs today, but also anticipate future needs and design custom solutions to ensure their success. We create clients for life.

Christianson, PLLP, a locally and nationally respected CPA and consulting firm, provides traditional services such as accounting services, auditing, tax, and estate planning to large and small clients across a variety of industries, from agribusiness and manufacturing to biofuels and health care.

Here’s why we think you should work here!
With our varied client base, Christianson provides a challenging and fast-paced work environment with a wide range of opportunities for our employees. There is boundless potential for advancement and further education. We’re proud to be a community-oriented firm and we value staff who understand the importance of giving back to the communities we serve and live in. We are professional, we work hard, but we also like to have fun. We enjoy time together in and out of work with planned socials, contests, and other events.

We Want to See You Succeed
Our firm’s purpose is to Help People Succeed, whether it be our client, our co-workers, or our communities. At Christianson, we take a special interest in pursuing people who have the capacity and desire to help people succeed.

At Christianson, the fuel that drives our best work is collaboration. We’re not just about careers – we’re about opportunities for well-rounded individuals. We strive to give each employee room to grow, as a professional and as a person.

Our experience, expertise, and skills are enriched by the varied landscape of people on our teams and in our communities. We’re dedicated to ensuring everyone at Christianson feels that they belong, that their ideas will be heard and respected, and that their unique perspective is appreciated and honored. Keeping our teammates involved and supported isn’t a one-time act – it’s an ongoing commitment!

Some of the ways we empower our staff include continuing education opportunities; internal councils and committees to drive our wellness, engagement, and DEI efforts; and our annual onsite all-staff retreat we call “Camp Christianson”.

Perks of working at Christianson

Personal Time Off
Holidays
Flexible Schedule to help with Work/Life Balance
Health care coverage
Dental
Aflac
Life, Disability, and AD & D Insurance
401(k) savings plan
Continuing education support, including the cost of training and annual licensing
CPA exam support
Employee and Business Development referral programs

Disclaimer: This job description reflects the assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. We are an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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