CPA / Auditor / Tax Preparer

Kforce's client in Saint Louis, MO is looking for a Tax Accountant.Summary:The Tax Accountant will be responsible for preparation of various federal, state and local tax returns, preparing the financial statements and related tax filings, preparing property tax returns which includes assisting with audits of taxing jurisdictions and research related to audit inquires.Timely and accurate preparation of state, local, and property tax returns including assisting with audits of taxing jurisdictions and research related to any audit inquiries
Timely and accurate preparation of federal, state and international income tax returns
Prepare account reconciliations for non-income tax accounts within the responsibility of the Tax Department
Work with the Tax Manager to prepare and file estimated taxes and extension tax calculations
Timely and correct preparation of other miscellaneous federal and state and local filings
Manage the filings from the Company's tax calendar and keep current the Company's tax calendar
Prepare the Company's Foundation financial statements including recording monthly journal entries and tracking of revenues and donations; Work with outside auditors to complete the audit of the financial statements and prepare the Foundation's required tax filings
Assist with various other projects in the department
A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, CPA eligible and a minimum of one year of directly related tax preparation work experience in either public accounting or a publicly traded company is required; A Master's degree and CPA along with 3-5 years of related work experience is preferred
Proficiency in Excel and business tax software is required; Strong analytical skills as well as planning and organizational skills are required
Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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