Tax Accounting (CPA)

Job Description Our ideal candidate has a solid background in tax services and MUST HAVE a minimum of 3 years of experience in public accounting with a working knowledge of business, trust and estate tax planning. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities are a prerequisite, as is general QuickBooks knowledge. Experience with UltraTax is a plus, but not necessary. Only candidates from St Louis or surrounding areas. Responsibilities: Tax planning strategies and tax consultations for individual and business clients Direct interaction with clients while working on their tax projects Preparation, oversight and review of individual, business, and trust income tax returns Opportunity for cross training in our consulting, wealth management, and outsourced accounting departments (depending on your experience and interest.) Become the primary client contact for an existing book of business and manage the relationships Develop junior staff skills and explore new practice areas. About us Smith Patrick PC is a CPA firm located in the heart of thriving, Old Webster Groves. We are heavily focused on superior client services for our business clients, high net-worth families, and other niche practice areas. The clients we serve and the types of businesses we work with have grown from our one goal: Add value to all of our client interactions. Most of us didn’t start our careers at Smith Patrick (heck, the owner didn't even start his career as an accountant!) but are now trying to create the ideal workplace for our current and future employees by knowing we all have lives of our own outside of work. Your success is our passion. Come explore making your last job change with us. We don't hire everyone but if you have the right mix of knowledge, positive attitude, and really want this, we need to talk. Our work environment includes: Wellness programs Flexible working hours Latest technology Standing desks Great, walkable location (Olive & Oak, Straubs, Perennial to name just a few of the many notable businesses within sight) The minimum qualifications for our professional tax staff positions are: Bachelor’s degree (Masters a plus) and CPA or EA designation Three or more years of individual, trust, or business tax preparation experience in a public CPA firm environment Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and simultaneous projects in a fast-paced, interactive, results-based, team environment Independently manage client engagements from beginning to end Benefits include competitive salary commensurate with experience, 401(k), health insurance, generous vacation policy, flexible working hours, cold-brew coffee on tap and an indoor golf simulator to work out that slice. Compensation commensurate with credentials and the value you bring to our team. There is no limit to your earnings potential. Ideal Candidate - public accounting - certified public accountant - CPA - tax accountant - enrolled agent - senior accountant - tax manager - St. Louis - Saint Louis - St Louis Job Type: Full-time Pay: $95,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Paid training Professional development assistance Vision insurance Schedule: Monday to Friday Experience: Public accounting: 3 years (Required) License/Certification: CPA (Preferred) Ability to Commute: St. Louis, MO 63119 (Required) Work Location: In person