CPA/Senior Tax Preparer

Job Description
Job Description Birmingham, AL
Firm Overview:
Founded in 1931, Kassouf is a CPA, advisory, and financial planning firm headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama. With locations in Birmingham, Auburn, Orange Beach, Huntsville, and Baton Rouge, Kassouf currently has more than 100 team members.
We understand that any goal is achieved based on the effectiveness of the team. That’s why team development, leadership, and personal effectiveness are cornerstones of our vision. By promoting a culture that fosters self-improvement, upward mobility, and continued education, we commit to striving for excellence every day. Our highly-trained team is prepared to help clients with any obstacles they may face.
We’re honored to receive recognition as one of the top firms in the nation, a Best of the Best CPA firm, and one of the best firms in the nation for women. Though these honors are prestigious, they are side effects of our chief goal: client success. When our clients win, we win. This has been our driving force for 90 years, and it will continue to be for the next 90.
Summary Description of the Position:
Kassouf & Co. seeks a talented and critical-thinking individual to join our tax team.
You will be a part of our fast-paced hands-on learning environment where you will gain a solid skill set that will help advance your career in accounting.
As you grow with the firm ongoing opportunities and increased responsibilities will be given and expected.
Responsibilities:
Prepare complex tax returns for businesses including, but not limited to, S-corporations, C-corporations, partnerships, and non-profits.
Review the preparation of income tax returns prepared by Associates.
Assist with the coordination of engagements including client contact, staff requirements, documentation, and timing.
Work with more experienced team members to research and solve difficult tax issues to develop the best solutions for clients.
Supervise activities of less experienced team members while working on special projects.
Begin building strong client relationships to be viewed as a trusted advisor.
Obtain skills to promote the firm, attract new clients, and expand business with existing clients.
Expected Qualifications are as follows:
Education and Credentials:
BA or BS degree in Accounting or a related field, from an accredited college/university.
Active CPA License.
Experience:
~2-5 years of public accounting experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Excellent written and verbal skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Good judgment and professional skepticism.
Excellent analysis and observation skills.
Ability to work effectively with co-workers, staff, and clients.
Knowledge of accounting software packages and MS Office: Word, Excel, and Outlook.