Senior Tax Accountant with (MACHEN MCCHESNEY LLP) **IMMEDIATE HIRE**

Company Description

**Klassic Recruiting in partnership with Machen McChesney, LLP are in search for a Senior Tax Accountant for their *Auburn - Opelika, AL location***

Job Description

Senior accountants are given a variety of accounting, auditing and tax assignments under the supervision of other personnel. Outside of tax season, a senior accountant will begin focusing on an area of specialization in either audit or tax. Performance is measured based on the quality of work, application of accounting knowledge, and ability to meet time constraints.

Position Reports To

Supervisor and Manager positions

The primary responsibilities of the Senior Accountant are:

Preparation of individual and business tax returns

Preparation of financial statements

Perform audit procedures as assigned by supervisors/managers

Bookkeeping and client write-up monthly/yearly

Perform specific tasks for clients as assigned by supervisor (ex. contractor’s license)

Supervise/mentor staff accountants on small jobs

Planning and performing small audits

Perform initial review procedures on staff accountant work

Research

Qualifications

The skills and education required for this position are

Bachelor’s degree in accounting with desire to pursue CPA certificate

Requires 1 to 3 years experience in public accounting

Proficiency with computer and ability to learn various computer programs

Good written and verbal communication skills;

Good research skills

Positive, can-do attitude with willingness to “dig in” and get the work done

Basic understanding, comprehension, and ability to articulate auditing, accounting and tax concepts

Developing or emerging leadership skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Additional Information

Measures of Success:

• The Senior Accountant will be deemed to have been successful when he or she has:

Completed the engagements assigned to him/her with minimal supervision

Received positive feedback from his/her clients and supervisors

Taken “ownership” of assigned projects

Exhibited leadership and successful supervision of others

Job Type: Full-time

Required education:

Bachelor's

• Required experience:

Auditing: 1 year

Public Accounting: 3 yearsTax Accounting: 1 year