Staff Accountant – Accounting & Tax Preparation

Staff Accountant – Accounting & Tax Preparation

Location: Eureka, CA 95501

Work Arrangement: In-Person (Potential Hybrid After Probationary Period)

We are seeking an experienced Staff Accountant to join an established CPA firm providing accounting and tax preparation services to individual and business clients. The ideal candidate will have strong accounting and tax preparation experience, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering exceptional client service.

Key Responsibilities

• Review accounting records, reconcile accounts, and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare journal entries, trial balances, and financial statements.
• Handle month-end and year-end accounting activities.
• Prepare federal and state tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, S corporations, and trusts.
• Prepare tax workpapers and reconcile financial records.
• Communicate with clients to obtain financial information and clarify transactions.
• Assist with tax research, estimated tax calculations, and tax notices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum 2 years of accounting and tax preparation experience, preferably with a CPA firm.
• Knowledge of individual and business taxation and accounting principles.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Willingness to work onsite in Eureka, CA.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CCH ProSystem fx Tax, CCH Engagement, and Karbon.
• CPA license, Enrolled Agent (EA) designation, or progress toward certification.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Four-day workweek and excellent work/life balance.
• Health and life insurance.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• 401(k) profit-sharing plan.
• Potential hybrid work arrangement after successful completion of the probationary period, based on performance and business needs.

Interested? Apply today to join a professional CPA firm that values quality work, client relationships, and work/life balance!

Pay: $61,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

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Work Location

In person