Senior Tax Accountant

Senior Tax Accountant

Ramsay & Associates | Mahtomedi, MN

Salary: $75,000–$100,000 per year, depending on experience

Job Type: Full-Time | In-Office | Salaried

Ramsay & Associates, an established CPA firm located in Mahtomedi, Minnesota, is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Accountant to join our team.

We are looking for a motivated, detail-oriented professional with at least 3 years of public accounting experience who enjoys working with a variety of individual and business clients.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in tax preparation and accounting, with the ability to independently prepare tax returns and manage assignments through completion. We welcome candidates with varying levels of experience and provide opportunities for continued learning and professional development.

As a smaller CPA firm, we offer a collaborative work environment, direct client interaction, and the opportunity to work on a broad range of tax and accounting engagements.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently prepare federal and state income tax returns for individuals, S corporations, partnerships, C corporations, and trusts
• Prepare Forms 1040, 1120S, 1065, 1120, and 1041
• Review client financial records and prepare adjusting journal entries as needed
• Perform accounting functions, including reconciliations and financial statement preparation
• Work with QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online
• Communicate directly with clients to obtain information and resolve questions
• Identify tax issues and potential planning opportunities
• Research tax matters and stay current with federal and state tax law changes
• Collaborate with other team members to ensure accurate and timely completion of client engagements

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of public accounting experience, with a focus on tax preparation
• Experience preparing individual and business income tax returns
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statements
• Experience working with QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online
• Ability to work independently, prioritize assignments, and meet deadlines
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
• CPA or Enrolled Agent (EA) designation
• Experience with UltraTax CS tax preparation software
• Experience preparing corporate, partnership, and fiduciary tax returns
• Experience with tax planning and research

Compensation & Benefits

Ramsay & Associates offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Annual salary of $75,000–$100,000, depending on experience and qualifications
• Health insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) retirement plan with an automatic 3% employer contribution after 6 months
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Fridays off during the summer
• Employer-paid continuing professional education (CPE)
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Supportive, collaborative work environment

Work Location & Schedule

This is a full-time, in-office position located in Mahtomedi, Minnesota.

Regular business hours apply outside of tax season. During the busy tax season, additional hours are required.

Why Join Ramsay & Associates?

We believe in providing high-quality service to our clients while maintaining a positive, professional work environment. Our team works closely together, and each employee plays an important role in the success of the firm.

This position offers the opportunity to develop long-term client relationships, expand your tax and accounting knowledge, and grow professionally within an established local CPA firm.

If you are an experienced tax accountant looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to a growing CPA firm, we encourage you to apply!

Pay: $75,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training

Work Location: In person