We are looking for a highly motivated tax expert in real estate and construction to take on a key role in growing our Tax Practice. We are currently seeking an ambitious, people-oriented, servant leader with drive and high aspirations who can elevate our firm culture and performance. This position will professionally manage client relationships; assist in training and supervising junior staff; perform tax planning for high-net-worth clients; review corporate, individual, partnership, fiduciary, and other tax returns. Conducting tax research and presenting to the department on new tax legislation will be necessary. You will also assist in establishing policies to improve efficiency; mentor and train managers, seniors, and staff, represent the firm at networking events, and bring in new business.
Basic Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting
- Licensed CPA and active in the state of Ohio
- 10 or more years of tax experience at a public accounting firm (preferably at a regional firm)
- Proficient with CCH tax software products
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Bonus program
- Casual dress code
- Hybrid Optional
- Excellent medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurances
- Generous paid time off
- Paid parking
- Busy season meals
- Summer hours program – condensed workweek with flexible Fridays
- Flexibility in schedule
- Firm events, happy hours, retreats
- Fee participation program
Preferred Characteristics / Experience:
- Ability to produce high quality work
- Results driven and deadline oriented
- Committed to bettering the community
- Creative solution finder
- Ability to train & mentor staff
- Commitment to impeccable client service
- Demonstrates a high level of professionalism
- Strong work ethic
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Barnes Wendling CPAs is a well-respected public accounting firm and Top Workplace for 2022 and 2023 by cleveland.com and The Plain Dealer and a 12-time winner of NorthCoast 99. We have been serving closely held businesses and not-for-profit organizations since 1946 with three offices in Northern Ohio dedicated to building and maintaining our client’s net worth. We value our team, clients, and community. We offer our employees unlimited growth opportunities and challenging work while promoting these values in a professional, family-friendly atmosphere. We treat our employees with respect, honesty, and fairness, providing them with the flexibility to balance work and family responsibilities.
If you are looking for an opportunity to grow with a CPA firm where you can make a difference, you can be supported in your professional growth and recognized by your contributions, please submit your resume with salary requirements.
In-Office, Hybrid or Remote opportunities available. Full-time, Part-time, or Seasonal opportunities available.
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