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Description

We are in search of a Tax Accountant to join our team located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa for the tax season. This role offers flexible hours with day, night, or weekend availability! You pick your schedule and the number of hours you are available to work. Whether that's 15-40 hours/weekly, we want to hear from you! The individual in this role will be primarily focused on reviewing tax returns, providing tax planning services, and assisting with tax audits.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preparation and review of federal, state and local tax returns for both individuals and businesses.

• Offer strategic tax planning services with the aim of minimizing tax liabilities.

• Maintain a current understanding of tax laws and regulations, staying abreast of changes and current trends.

• Provide assistance during tax audits and contribute to tax planning initiatives.

• Build effective communication channels with clients to collect all necessary information for preparing tax documents.

• Ensure strict adherence to standards set by all reporting and regulatory bodies.

• Play a crucial role in helping clients comprehend their tax responsibilities and address any tax-related queries they might have.

• Utilize accounting software systems like CaseWare, CCH IntelliConnect, CCH Prosystem, and CCH ProSystem Fx effectively for various accounting functions.

• Contribute towards auditing, compliance, entity formation, and financial statement tasks.

Requirements • Proficiency with Accounting Software Systems is necessary for managing and maintaining financial records.

• Knowledge of CaseWare is essential as it is widely used in the accounting sector for financial reporting.

• Familiarity with CCH IntelliConnect is required for efficiently researching tax laws and regulations.

• Experience in using CCH Prosystem is important for managing client data and preparing tax returns.

• Mastery of CCH ProSystem Fx is needed for detailed tax compliance and planning.

• Understanding of all major Accounting Functions including accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, and payroll.

• Auditing skills are crucial for assessing the accuracy of financial documents and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.

• Compliance knowledge is important for making sure all accounting and business operations adhere to legal standards.

• Expertise in Entity Formation is required for advising clients on the most beneficial business structures.

• Ability to prepare and analyze Financial Statements to provide accurate insights into a company's financial health.

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