Accounting and Bookkeeping Manager

We are looking for a Manager for a US-based accounting firm. The manager needs to know US tax laws and preparation of US tax returns for Individuals and Businesses. The manager will ensure the accurate preparation of the tax returns and will review, train, and work with the team members. The manager also needs to know US financial preparation and bookkeeping. The manager will oversee all projects and work with and train team members.

Job Description
• Facilitate and manage the preparation and review of company federal tax returns and the accurate, timely filing of all tax forms.
• Ensure accurate, timely filing of consolidated federal, state, and local income tax returns and other business-related filings.
• Find and implement opportunities for process improvement in company tax procedures.
• Develop and implement strategic tax planning for all necessary federal and state taxes.
• Manage members of the tax team as they prepare components of the company’s US federal income tax return and other tax documents.
• Plan for and develop an overall return calendar and coordinate timing and inputs with the tax team.
• Maintain effective control procedures over all aspects of the tax process.
• Manage and facilitate IRS income tax audits: preparing responses, creating schedules, etc.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory tax law developments, communicate the effects of these developments to management and the tax team, and create strategies to capitalize on changes to taxation legislation.
• Provide support with various internal audits and special tax-related projects.
• Review tax returns and quarterly/yearly tax projections.
• Manage and mentor members of the tax team to greater levels of effectiveness and engagement.
• Oversee and manage the general accounting functions, including, but not limited to accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and taxes.
• Help with quarterly and year-end financial audit activities and the annual corporate financial controls audit.
• Assess current practices and procedures, and make recommendations for improvements.
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Perform ad hoc analysis and projects as requested.
• Supervise and/or manage general ledger accounting functions.
• Develop staff by managing performance, setting goals, providing ongoing training, and maintaining strong employee relationships.
• Work with external auditors to ensure correct and timely closing and reporting at year-end.
• Manages and oversees all the bookkeeping staff. Responsible for the practices and procedures to ensure timely and accurate records and reports. Being a Bookkeeping Manager provides assistance to other financial functions: budgets, payroll, etc.

Job Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. CPA or MBA preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with a portion of it being in a supervisory role.
• Thorough knowledge of U.S. Accounting, Bookkeeping, and Taxation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities across all levels of an organization.
• Strong leadership skills with a dedication to driving and achieving results.
• Knowledge of employee relationship-building and performance management techniques.
• Extensive individual/corporate/partnership tax knowledge.
• Strong accounting, analytical, and research skills.
• Strong knowledge of tax codes, compliance, and procedures for corporations.
• Familiarity with U.S. federal, state, and local reporting requirements.
• Strong experience with a variety of tax operations and ability to drive process improvements.
• Strong ability to utilize project management and accounting best practices to organize and prioritize tasks and the tasks of other tax team members.
• Ability to work well independently as well as the ability to work well with stakeholders and communicate the benefits of tax initiatives.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Strong skills and experience with Word, Outlook, Excel, and QuickBooks.
• Familiarity with ATX Software and other Financial systems.

Work-from-Home Requirements
• Dual Monitor Computer System
• Minimum 20 Mbps Internet connection speed with back-up
• Minimum 8GB RAM
• Noise-canceling headset

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