Hereโs why we think you should work here!ย
With our varied client base, Christianson provides a challenging and fast-paced work environment with a wide range of opportunities for our employees. There is boundless potential for advancement and further education. Weโre proud to be a community-oriented firm, and we value staff who understand the importance of giving back to the communities we serve and live in. We are professional, we work hard, but we also like to have fun. We enjoy time together in and out of work with planned socials, contests, and other events.ย
We are looking for someone who:ย ย
- Reviews and perfects tax returns while staying on top of the latest tax code changes.ย ย
- Leads exciting client projects, with a focus in Renewable Energy and Partnership tax.ย ย
- Dives into tax issues, prepares insightful memos, and optimizes client tax strategies.ย ย
- Guides and mentors staff, develops quality control procedures, and drives business growth.ย ย
Job Description:ย ย
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Tax & Research Specialist to join our firm. In this role, you'll support tax compliance, conduct in-depth research on tax laws and regulations, and provide actionable insights. The ideal candidate will also be responsible for overseeing the preparation and review of complex returns, ensuring compliance with tax law, and developing strategies to optimize tax liabilities. This role also involves managing client relationships, mentoring staff, and keeping the team updated on changes in tax regulations.
Examples of the duties:ย ย
- Review individual, corporate, and partnership tax returns prepared by staff in coordination with existing tax department supervisors and managersย
- Lead client engagements across the firm with a focus on Renewable Energy and Partnership taxย
- Electronically research tax issues and prepare position memos to be used during partner/client/IRS reviewย
- Optimize clientsโ tax liability and credit reporting to streamline the process and limit clients' tax burdensย
- Maintain knowledge of tax code changes, and of accounting procedures and theory in order to properly evaluate financial informationย
- Be a staff mentor and provide staff with a resource for questions, including technical, procedural, and professional issuesย
- Assist in developing/implementing/monitoring tax quality control policies and proceduresย
- Prepare more complex individual, corporate, and partnership tax returnsย
- Create and deliver tax presentations to partners, clients, and staffย
- Facilitate briefing of tax and A&A staff to keep Firm abreast of new tax issuesย
- An active participant in business development who cultivates relationships to strengthen both themselves and the Firmย ย
Qualifications & Characteristicsย
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting.ย
- CPA or EA certification preferred or currently pursuing.
- 4+ years of public accounting experience.ย ย
- Experience with Renewable Fuels is a plus.ย
- Expertise in technical research and writing.ย
- Strong leadership and motivational skills, with experience in training and mentoring team members under tight deadlines or complex situations.ย ย
- Exceptional client service and relationship management skills with effective, professional communication.ย ย
- Strong problem-solving, analytical skills, critical thinking skills, and attention to detail.ย ย
- Can work independently but also work effectively with a team.ย ย
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including but not limited to Outlook, Excel, and Word.ย
Other things we think you should know about the positionย
- This position is open to remote candidates across the U.S.; however, preference will be given to applicants residing in Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, and Wisconsinย due to proximity for occasional in-person meetings, team collaboration, or client engagements
- Hours are normally Monday โ Friday, 8:00 a.m. โ 5:00 p.m. CSTย
Who We Areย
At Christianson, weโre more than just your local accounting and consulting firm. Weโre dedicated to getting to know our clients on a deeper level so that we can not only serve their needs today, but also anticipate future needs and design custom solutions to ensure their success. We create clients for life.ย
Christianson, PLLP, a locally and nationally respected CPA and consulting firm, provides traditional services such as accounting services, auditing, tax, and estate planning to large and small clients across a variety of industries, from agribusiness and manufacturing to biofuels and health care.ย
We Want to See You Succeedย
Our firmโs purpose is to Help People Succeed, whether it be our client, our co-workers, or our communities. At Christianson, we take a special interest in pursuing people who have the capacity and desire to help people succeed.ย
At Christianson, the fuel that drives our best work is collaboration. Weโre not just about careers โ weโre about opportunities for well-rounded individuals. We strive to give each employee room to grow, as a professional and as a person.โฏย
Our experience, expertise, and skills are enriched by the varied landscape of people on our teams and in our communities. Weโre dedicated to ensuring everyone at Christianson feels that they belong, that their ideas will be heard and respected, and that their unique perspective is appreciated and honored. Keeping our teammates involved and supported isnโt a one-time act โ itโs an ongoing commitment!โฏย
Some of the ways we empower our staff include continuing education opportunities; internal councils and committees to drive our wellness, engagement, and DEI efforts; and our annual onsite all-staff retreat we call โCamp Christiansonโ.โฏย
Perks of working at Christiansonย
- Personal Time Offย ย
- Holidaysย ย
- Flexible Schedule to help with Work/Life Balanceย ย
- Health care coverageย ย
- Dentalย ย
- Aflacย ย
- Life, Disability, and AD & D Insuranceย ย ย
- 401(k) savings planย ย
- Continuing education support, including the cost of training and annual licensingย ย ย
- CPA exam supportย ย
- Employee and Business Development referral programsย
Disclaimer: This job description reflects the assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. We are an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.ย
In addition to competitive salaries, we take pride in offering a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support our team members. These benefits go beyond financial compensation, reflecting our commitment to our employees' well-being, balance, and personal growth. Some additional benefits include: 401(k) contributions, Health & Wellness support, Flexibility, Professional Development, and Seasonal Time-off.โฏSalary range:ย $82,500-$150,000ย
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