Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary: $30/hr-$45/hr+
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - Duluth, MN
TMS Financial is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Certified Public Accountant (CPA) to join our Duluth, MN Team during the tax season to assist specifically with business tax returns and high net worth individuals. Our growing team is looking for a candidate who enjoys connecting with clients, managing diverse tasks, has a strong attention to detail and provides the highest level of customer service. This individual will be able to work independently as well as collaboratively as part of our group.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Has Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation
- Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Masters degree or equivalent experience preferred).
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in public accounting, with a focus on business tax filings and high net worth individuals.
- Strong knowledge of tax code and financial regulations.
- Experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, Sage) and tax preparation software (e.g., Drake, ProSeries, Lacerte).
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial and tax matters to clients.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple clients and deadlines simultaneously.
- Experience working with S-Corporations, C-Corporations, Partnerships, and LLCs.
- Knowledge of estate planning, trust taxation, and wealth preservation strategies a plus.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling.
Responsibilities:
- Business Tax Preparation & Filing:
- Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for businesses (corporations, partnerships, LLCs).
- Ensure compliance with all tax regulations and deadlines.
- Identify opportunities for tax minimization, credits, and deductions.
- Tax Planning & Strategy:
- Develop and implement tax strategies for businesses and high net worth individuals.
- Provide advice to clients on tax implications of business decisions, mergers, acquisitions, and other transactions.
- Conduct research on new tax laws and regulations and communicate their impact to clients.
- Financial Statement Review:
- Perform financial reviews and provide recommendations to improve financial performance.
- Assist in preparing, reviewing, and analyzing financial statements, ensuring proper accounting procedures and standards are followed.
- Provide advisory services on cash flow, budgeting, and financial forecasting.
- High Net Worth Tax Services:
- Manage tax planning, estate planning, and wealth management for high-net-worth individuals.
- Provide tailored financial advice for wealth preservation, tax-efficient investing, retirement planning, and succession planning.
- Work closely with wealth management teams and other professionals to optimize client financial outcomes.
The position is year-round with fewer hours outside of tax season. Family-friendly culture, employee-focused, great work life balance.
Submit your resume to Kris Mlinar at krism@tmsmoney.com
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