Benefits:- Opportunity for advancement
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts
- Paid time off
NO REMOTE OR HYBRID POSITIONS
FJ Group Accounting & Tax Inc. is seeking an experienced Business Tax Specialist to join our growing accounting firm in North Plainfield, NJ.
IMPORTANT: This is NOT an entry-level tax preparer position. We are specifically seeking candidates with substantial experience preparing and reviewing business tax returns and working directly with small business clients throughout the year.
Candidates whose experience is primarily limited to individual tax returns (Form 1040) may not be a good fit for this position.
POSITION SUMMARYThe Business Tax Specialist will manage business clients throughout the year, including bookkeeping oversight, account reconciliations, adjusting journal entries, financial statement preparation, and business tax return preparation.
The ideal candidate has experience handling S Corporations, Partnerships, and Corporations and understands how bookkeeping and tax compliance work together.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESโข Prepare and review Forms 1120S, 1120, and 1065
โข Prepare related individual returns when applicable
โข Review bookkeeping records and make adjusting journal entries
โข Perform account reconciliations and month-end closings
โข Analyze financial statements and trial balances
โข Work directly with business owners to gather information and resolve tax matters
โข Identify tax planning opportunities and compliance issues
โข Ensure accurate and timely filing of federal and state tax returns
โข Maintain ongoing relationships with business clients throughout the year
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSโข Minimum 3 years of recent experience preparing business tax returns
โข Strong experience with Forms 1120S, 1120, and 1065
โข Strong understanding of business accounting and bookkeeping principles
โข Experience with adjusting journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statement review
โข Proficiency with Drake Tax Software
โข Strong knowledge of QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online
โข Ability to independently manage multiple business clients
โข Reliable transportation
โข Excellent communication and organizational skills
HIGHLY PREFERREDโข CPA, EA, or equivalent business tax experience
โข Experience working in a CPA firm, accounting firm, or tax practice
โข Spanish-speaking ability
โข Experience with multi-state business tax returns
โข Experience reviewing staff-prepared bookkeeping work
PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF:โข You do not have experience preparing Forms 1120S, 1120, and 1065
โข Your experience is primarily limited to individual tax returns (1040s)
โข You are seeking a remote or hybrid position
โข You do not currently reside within commuting distance of North Plainfield, NJ
โข You require relocation assistance
COMPENSATIONCompetitive compensation based on experience, credentials, and demonstrated business tax expertise.
LOCATIONThis is a full-time, in-office position located in North Plainfield, New Jersey.
HOW TO APPLYPlease submit your resume and include a brief summary of your experience with:
โข Form 1120S
โข Form 1120
โข Form 1065
โข QuickBooks
โข Drake Tax Software
Only candidates with relevant business tax experience will be considered.