Join our growing team as a Senior Tax Associate/Tax Manager to assist a wide range of clients with their financial and income tax statements. Providing research, study, and interpret tax law. Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of accounting procedures and time management skills. Chief goal will be to recommend effective tax strategies that comply with laws and promote client’s financial well-being.  You will have the opportunity to service, support, manage and grow your own group of clients through your development. This is a year-round opportunity with a growing eastern South Dakota CPA and advisory firm!

Here are the key functions of the job:

• Prepare tax returns, necessary paperwork, and reports for clients.
• Assess and research difficult tax issues to identify solutions for clients.
• Coach and mentor the tax team to enhance the team’s skill set and to help them further develop the careers of their team.
• Educate and train the staff to ensure the various requirements of the tax process are performed including tax planning, client interaction and performing special tax analysis.
• Assess and research difficult tax issues to identify solutions for clients.
• Manage and maintain a client’s tax history.
• Analyzing tax regulations and monitoring industry trends.
• Working with the tax team to ensure the various requirements of the tax process are performed – tax planning, client interaction and performing special tax analysis.
• Providing client support and assistance regarding tax and accounting related items.
• Prepare tax planning and estimates and review them from various viewpoints to ensure maximum tax benefit.
• Prepare research memoranda, written correspondence and guidance, and other documents for submission to the IRS or other tax authorities.
• Contribute a strong client relationship through positive interaction with client personnel.
• Network and build relationships while attracting new clients and businesses for the firm.
• Prepare accounting-related reports through a paperless office environment.
• Attend professional development and trainings to improve your knowledge basis and that of the entire tax team.

• Ability to work more hours during the annual tax season: January thru April 15th

Here’s what will get you noticed:

• Open and honest communication is extremely important to success.
• Possess advanced writing & presentation skills along with organizational skills. Must be able to execute excellent oral & written proposals as well as written management-level reports.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to flexibility in always changing situations & needs in a positive manner.

• 5-10+ years of experience in a related position, or equivalent combination of education & experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or another relevant field.  Master’s of Professional Accountancy is helpful.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) License in good standing.
• Highly proficient in MS Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Experience with Thomson Reuters Accounting & Audit Software is helpful.
• Possess a valid driver’s license. Ability to travel between all offices to provide supervision of staff and to engage clients.  Overnight travel is limited.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background screening.

For over thirty years, our clients have relied on ELO CPAs & Advisors for trusted guidance, expertise and a personal approach to their accounting and business needs. Today, we continue to reflect our founders’ commitment to client care, while leveraging the most advanced tools and techniques to provide our clients the most effective and beneficial business services.  Over the years, we have grown to six offices throughout eastern South Dakota that now include offices in Mitchell, Sioux Falls, Yankton, Huron, Chamberlain and Miller, and we look to continue our growth in the future.

We offer a competitive compensation commensurate with experience and education and a strong benefits package including:

• Wellmark Health Insurance
• Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible Schedule
• Professional Development Assistance

Join the ELO team! Apply on-line today!