Accountant-Payroll Specialist

Are you an accountant with payroll preparation and tax reporting proficiency and a passion for a job well done and top-notch customer service? Are you ready to embark on a career choice that is challenging but respects balance in the reality of work-life issues? Do you want to keep learning new things and enjoy building relationships? Look no further!

At KAO, Inc, we are not just an accounting firm. We care deeply about our clients and enjoy providing insight, training, and coaching beyond just the day-to-day services. You will be part of a talented team, who enjoy spending time together not just working hard. There are growth and learning opportunities for the right fun, hard-working individual. We have a small but outstanding staff, by any measure and are looking for a talented and committed addition who will thrive in and enhance our casual, kind, respectful and hard working culture.

Primary Function of the Accountant

Process payroll for multiple clients, make required tax payments and file payroll tax reports. Assist with data entry and financial statement preparation.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Accountant

- Prepare and review all types of tax returns (i.e. 1040, 1120, 1065, etc.)

-Prepare financial statements and provide bookkeeping services for clients

- Complete weekly, monthly and quarterly payroll tasks for clients

-Develop client relationships

-Assist with workflow on office projects with staff.

-Work individually or as a team on tax/accounting projects

-Remain up-to-date on tax practices and changes in tax law

- Any other tasks as needed - to be determined

Educational and/or Other Requirements of the Accountant

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field preferred
You will need payroll processing experience and some accounting/data entry experience
Quickbooks experience is important
We will provide on line and in house training as needed

· Prior relevant work experience is preferred – background in accounting, tax and computer software programs is a plus, but will consider candidates with less experience who display the necessary attributes for job success.

· Excellent computer skills; Microsoft Office Suite knowledge

· Attention to detail and possesses excellent organizational and writing skills

· Eagerness to work independently as well as part of a team with flexibility and willingness to learn and take initiative on a variety of tasks and projects

· Willing to be challenged and provide accurate work in a timely manner

Organizational Relationships of the Accountant

Contact with management, co-workers, vendors and clients –requiring reasonable tact, discretion, consistency, self-expression and professionalism
Must have the ability to handle confidential information regarding clients, the company, vendors and be able to maintain that confidentiality in a professional manner

Job Types: Part time Days and hours flexible 30 Hours per week, but we can be flexible!

If you are interested, let’s talk!

Pay: $25.00 to $33.00 per hour Paid time off and paid holidays.

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