Senior Tax Accountant
Kerkering Barberio, Sarasota, FL, United States
Senior Accountant
Senior accountants perform most work assigned with minimum direction. They help staff and in-charge personnel as they may request when client issues arise. Seniors often lead lower-level personnel and instruct them on work to be performed, review work done, and direct necessary revisions. Seniors are required to make decisions on routine accounting and tax matters and are a resource for solutions on more complicated matters. Performance is evaluated based on quality and accuracy of work, application of accounting and tax knowledge, supervision of Staff and In-Charge level personnel as assigned, and the ability to meet time and budget constraints, as well as client deadlines.
Benefits include 401(k), 401(k) matching, bonus based on performance, company parties, competitive salary, dental insurance, donation matching, flexible schedule, free food & snacks, health insurance, opportunity for advancement, paid time off, parental leave, training & development, tuition assistance, and vision insurance.
Essential functions include performing a broad range of accounting and tax assignments, demonstrating competency in technical skills, meeting time and budget constraints and client deadlines, participating in planning and scheduling client accounting and tax engagements, directing, instructing, and training Staff and In-Charge accountants, preparing personal and business tax returns, following review notes, making corrections as requested, and minimizing future incidents of corrections, reviewing and correcting tax returns and financial statements as prepared by fellow staff members, following up on post-April 15th work required, joining in the development of tax planning ideas, preparing routine correspondence, communicating with client and team members, drafting accountant reports and financial statements, and conducting research as needed.
Other functions include developing an understanding of and adhering to Firm policies and procedures, assuming primary responsibility for engagements, pursuing continuing professional education and upgrading of accounting skills, participating in local civic, charitable, business, and other organizations, achieving at least minimum annual productivity budget for chargeable hours, chargeable percent, and realization, beginning focusing on practice development by setting personal referral source related goals, and performing other duties as assigned.
Required experience and skills include proficiency with computer tax programs, spreadsheets, and word processing, sound critical thinking, professional judgment, and decision-making skills, current knowledge of accounting principles and federal, state, and local tax regulations, self-motivation to ask for and successfully complete the types of assignments and special projects that will further increase technical skills, effective verbal and written communication skills, integrity in a responsible, professional manner and appearance, and excellent organizational and time management skills.
Required education is a bachelor's in accounting or related field. Required experience is 3 years progressive experience in public accounting. License/certification: CPA preferred.
Working requirements include occasional travel for meeting with clients or to attend seminars or staff meeting using a personal vehicle is likely, occasional overtime is expected throughout the year and heavy overtime is required from January through April. Flexible work from home options available. Compensation: $66,500.00 - $94,700.00 per year.
Kerkering, Barberio & Co. has been recognized by the Tampa Bay Business Journal as the #7 firm on their 2023 Top Accounting Firms; 2022 Best of SRQ Platinum Winner: Best CPA Firm; Top 300 Firms, MOVE - Best Firm for Women and Equity Leadership 2022; Top 25 Most Generous Workplaces in Sarasota, United Way Suncoast and more.
Kerkering Barberio has three offices: downtown Sarasota, Tampa, and Lakewood Ranch. Our headquarters is in Sarasota, where we have the honor of enjoying in one of Money Magazine's "Best Small Cities to Live." As a Firm, we work in a progressive business atmosphere that embraces work/life balance, is on the leading edge of technology and strongly supports the training and advancement of our staff through company paid professional development, paid licenses and professional dues, tuition reimbursement, production bonuses, the opportunity to bank time, and a competitive compensation package.
For individuals who aspire for a career in public accounting, Kerkering Barberio can provide the best of both worlds. Rich with culture, our small-town location is great for a more relaxed lifestyle without forgoing recreational and entertainment value. In addition, the array of services offered by our firm makes us more comparable to a Big Four environment than to the typical local practice, providing greater career growth and diversity. Kerkering Barberio is a unique professional option.
Senior accountants perform most work assigned with minimum direction. They help staff and in-charge personnel as they may request when client issues arise. Seniors often lead lower-level personnel and instruct them on work to be performed, review work done, and direct necessary revisions. Seniors are required to make decisions on routine accounting and tax matters and are a resource for solutions on more complicated matters. Performance is evaluated based on quality and accuracy of work, application of accounting and tax knowledge, supervision of Staff and In-Charge level personnel as assigned, and the ability to meet time and budget constraints, as well as client deadlines.
Benefits include 401(k), 401(k) matching, bonus based on performance, company parties, competitive salary, dental insurance, donation matching, flexible schedule, free food & snacks, health insurance, opportunity for advancement, paid time off, parental leave, training & development, tuition assistance, and vision insurance.
Essential functions include performing a broad range of accounting and tax assignments, demonstrating competency in technical skills, meeting time and budget constraints and client deadlines, participating in planning and scheduling client accounting and tax engagements, directing, instructing, and training Staff and In-Charge accountants, preparing personal and business tax returns, following review notes, making corrections as requested, and minimizing future incidents of corrections, reviewing and correcting tax returns and financial statements as prepared by fellow staff members, following up on post-April 15th work required, joining in the development of tax planning ideas, preparing routine correspondence, communicating with client and team members, drafting accountant reports and financial statements, and conducting research as needed.
Other functions include developing an understanding of and adhering to Firm policies and procedures, assuming primary responsibility for engagements, pursuing continuing professional education and upgrading of accounting skills, participating in local civic, charitable, business, and other organizations, achieving at least minimum annual productivity budget for chargeable hours, chargeable percent, and realization, beginning focusing on practice development by setting personal referral source related goals, and performing other duties as assigned.
Required experience and skills include proficiency with computer tax programs, spreadsheets, and word processing, sound critical thinking, professional judgment, and decision-making skills, current knowledge of accounting principles and federal, state, and local tax regulations, self-motivation to ask for and successfully complete the types of assignments and special projects that will further increase technical skills, effective verbal and written communication skills, integrity in a responsible, professional manner and appearance, and excellent organizational and time management skills.
Required education is a bachelor's in accounting or related field. Required experience is 3 years progressive experience in public accounting. License/certification: CPA preferred.
Working requirements include occasional travel for meeting with clients or to attend seminars or staff meeting using a personal vehicle is likely, occasional overtime is expected throughout the year and heavy overtime is required from January through April. Flexible work from home options available. Compensation: $66,500.00 - $94,700.00 per year.
Kerkering, Barberio & Co. has been recognized by the Tampa Bay Business Journal as the #7 firm on their 2023 Top Accounting Firms; 2022 Best of SRQ Platinum Winner: Best CPA Firm; Top 300 Firms, MOVE - Best Firm for Women and Equity Leadership 2022; Top 25 Most Generous Workplaces in Sarasota, United Way Suncoast and more.
Kerkering Barberio has three offices: downtown Sarasota, Tampa, and Lakewood Ranch. Our headquarters is in Sarasota, where we have the honor of enjoying in one of Money Magazine's "Best Small Cities to Live." As a Firm, we work in a progressive business atmosphere that embraces work/life balance, is on the leading edge of technology and strongly supports the training and advancement of our staff through company paid professional development, paid licenses and professional dues, tuition reimbursement, production bonuses, the opportunity to bank time, and a competitive compensation package.
For individuals who aspire for a career in public accounting, Kerkering Barberio can provide the best of both worlds. Rich with culture, our small-town location is great for a more relaxed lifestyle without forgoing recreational and entertainment value. In addition, the array of services offered by our firm makes us more comparable to a Big Four environment than to the typical local practice, providing greater career growth and diversity. Kerkering Barberio is a unique professional option.