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