Senior Accountant (Tax)

Company: Wipfli
Location: Denver
Posted on: May 3, 2021

Job Description:

At Wipfli, people count

Our people are core to everything we do — the catalyst behind our ability to create exceptional impact and extraordinary results.

We believe in flexibility. We focus on relationships. We encourage each individual to follow their own path. And we seek feedback openly, from all.

People matter here and they feel it.

And we value curiosity.  Curious is more than a personality trait. It’s a way of thinking. Of learning. Of working.

There’s purpose in this wonder. It makes us better. It makes us Wipfli.

If you want to be in an environment where you can make a difference — and make a professional home — Wipfli is the place for you.

Check out our Glassdoor Reviews to hear what people are saying about employment at Wipfli! 

Responsibilities: 

• Respond to client and firm associate requests in a timely, accurate, positive and professional manner
• Prepare client correspondence, letters, e-mail, or other communications pertaining to engagement planning and requests
• Prepare individual, business, and fiduciary tax returns and projections in accordance with firm and professional standards as directed by engagement leaders
• Research tax issues
• Communicate with engagement leaders regarding open items or other important matters in a timely manner
• Adhere to prescribed budgets and deadlines
• Develop technical competency

Additional Responsibilities

• Recognize potential issues and/or opportunities in engagements and discuss with engagement leader
• Perform a limited number of tax return interviews as needed
• • Provide technical assistance to clients
  • Participate in core CPE programs
  • Actively participate in community activities to develop positive relationships with community leaders and members
  • Actively participate in firm sponsored events for assigned product line clients and prospects

Qualifications:

• 2-4 years of job-related experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required
• CPA or working towards certification
• Prior accounting experience in a public accounting firm required
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, Caseware, depreciation processing software, Tax preparation software (Axcess), Tax research software (RIA), and Go File Room is strongly desired

Kathleen Hecox from our recruiting team will be guiding you through this process.  Visit her LinkedIn page to connect.  Kathleen sits in our Denver office and is excited to walk you through this process and discuss this opportunity. 

Wipfli supports equal pay for all.  In addition, in the State of Colorado, we are committed to equal pay for equal work in accordance with Senate Bill 19-085.  The pay range for this role is $65,000-$85,000.

Wipfli cares about our associates and offers a variety of benefits to support your wellbeing.  Highlights include 6 health plan options (both HMO & PPO plans), as well as dental and vision coverage and an Employee Assistance Program. Other benefits include a 401(k) savings plan & profit share contribution, education & certification assistance, flexible time off, family care leave, parental leave, cell phone reimbursement, and travel rewards. There are also many voluntary benefit offerings such as critical illness & accident insurance, legal, long term care, pet insurance, and ID theft protection, as well as firm-provided basic life/AD&D, short term disability, and long term disability coverage, with the option to purchase supplemental life/AD&D.  Eligibility for all benefits is based on annual hours expectation and position status.

Wipfli is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All candidates will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identify, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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