Job Opening: Accountant
Description
Job Title: Experienced CPA or Accountant – Tax & Accounting
Location: Monroe, LA
Pay: $60K+ DOE
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Job Description:
A trusted name in accounting and auditing services, is hiring an experienced accountant to join our twenty-member growing team. We are looking for someone with a strong background in tax preparation, general accounting, and payroll. A CPA license is preferred but not required. This is a great opportunity for a professional who is comfortable working independently and mentoring junior staff.
Responsibilities:
– Prepare and review individual, corporate, partnership, and trust tax returns
– Process payroll and ensure compliance with tax filings
– Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting and reconciliations
– Communicate directly with clients and provide advisory support
– Train and assist lower-level staff
– Use Lacerte and QuickBooks for tax and accounting work
Qualifications:
– 2+ years of experience in public accounting
– CPA preferred or actively pursuing certification
– Familiarity with Lacerte Tax Software and QuickBooks Payroll is a plus
– Knowledge of federal/state tax law and payroll compliance
– Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Benefits:
– Competitive pay with bonus opportunities
– Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
– 401(k) retirement plan employer contribution
– CPA exam support and continuing education
– Great learning environment with other professionals
– 10% raise upon passing CPA exam
– Challenging work and advancement opportunities
– Flexible hours
– Team-focused work culture
– Some Fridays off during non busy season
– Lots of PTO
– Free car wash for your birthday
– Firm lunches provided on certain days