Tax Staff Accountant

About the job Tax Staff Accountant Columbia TN

The music never stops in nearby Nashville but here in Columbia weve marched to our own beat for years. And were just warming up.

We have evolved to become one of Tennessees largest fullservice firms with more than 250 employees five affiliate companies and offices in Nashville Chattanooga Columbia and Lebanon. Since 1958 clients around the world have relied on our expertise and innovation for tax audit accounting and specialized services ranging from litigation support to cybersecurity and sophisticated network solutions.

We take pride in our diverse experience commitment to service and collaborative inclusive work environment and our hard work has gotten noticed in our region and industry. Our employees consistently pick us as one of the Nashville Business Journals Best Places to Work and Accounting Todays Best Accounting Firms to Work For. We were a Forbes Best Tax Firm and Best Accounting Firm in 2023. And weve been on the Inside Public Accounting Top 200 list for the past two years.


A Day In The Life

You love to:

• Prepare federal and state tax returns for partnerships C Corporations S Corporations trusts estates and individuals
• Research tax issues and reach conclusion with adequate technical support
• Review and organize tax information supplied by client
• Prepare financial statements to summarize and forecast the companys financial status
• Assist with management of accounting auditing and budgeting within the organization
• Work to reconcile accounting inaccuracies or imbalances
• Ensure compliance with and prepare reports according to applicable government regulations
• Reconcile credit card statements
• Assist in bookkeeping and accounts payable functions
• Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related tasks as needed
  

What Youll Need

• Commitment to outstanding client service
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Public accounting experience preferred
• Bachelors degree in accounting finance or related field
• Detail oriented and highly organized
• CPA or actively working toward achieving license
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment when needed
  

Culture of Progress and Productivity

• Work with a dedicated experienced coach for mentoring and development
• Inhouse training opportunities with CPE eligibility
• Young professionals group for ages 40 and under
• Additional paid time off to study and take the CPA exam
• Tuition reimbursement for additional education and certifications
• Free meals and perks during busy season (January through April)
• Frequent company departmental and team outings include picnics family days holiday celebrations charitable and community events team lunchandlearns quarterly birthday gatherings employee spotlights and more
  

Commitment to Your Health

• Flexible and remote work schedules
• Free telemedicine access for employees and family including mental health
• Minimum 20 days of paid time off (PTO) with more based on seniority and longevity
• Medical coverage 80% companypaid for employee 60% companypaid for family
• Health savings account (HSA) with company contributions
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions
• 11 paid holidays
  

Rewards and Recognition

Bonuses awarded yearround for a variety of personal and professional achievements including:

• Earning CPA certification
• Successful referral of new clients new employees or new business with existing clients
• Professional development leadership and client service
• Longevity and firm contributions