Senior Tax Accountants

About us:

MPP&W is a team of certified public accountants and consultants providing a full range of professional accounting, tax and management advisory services. Since its inception in 1983, our firm has experienced consistent growth indicative of our ability to meet the individualized needs of our clientele. Our growth is built on our strong commitment to service.

We are currently seeking Senior Tax Accountants to join our team of professionals in
St. Louis, MO.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs a broad range of diversified accounting assignments, demonstrating sound knowledge of financial statement preparation, tax preparation and tax law
• Participates in planning and scheduling of client engagements
• Oversees and instructs assigned Staff I, II, and Intern positions as necessary
• Shares knowledge and provides positive honest feedback and guidance; effectively delegates and leverages work to ensure client satisfaction and staff development
• Efficiently and accurately prepares and reviews work papers
• Prepares complicated tax returns for individual, corporate, partnership, and others; suggests client tax planning ideas to manager or partner
• Prepares routine correspondence; processes reports; develops/maintains spreadsheets; assists in research of complex technical issues as necessary
• Demonstrates advanced working knowledge and understanding of tax compliance
• Demonstrates working knowledge and understanding of the audit process
• Demonstrates ability to monitor project status to meet budgets, deadlines and quality control standards; appropriately prioritizes multiple assignments
• Develops an understanding of clients’ business, and of the unique aspects of each client’s industry
• Assumes responsibility for client workload; anticipates or recognizes problems/issues and recommends solutions in a timely manner, keeping manager and/or partner informed
• Actively promotes and facilitates teamwork throughout the firm
• Establishes and maintains relationships with clients; develops and maintains referral network 
• Actively pursues opportunities for firm growth
• Meets w/clients on a regular basis, develops business familiarity through client interaction; returns all phone calls in a prompt and professional manner
• Performs a variety of assigned firm management / administrative responsibilities, including performance feedback as requested
• Maintains and expands professional skills via CPE and other sources
• Contributes to the firm’s objectives by fostering a positive environment with personal cooperation and a good attitude
• Demonstrates firm’s objective of integrity and professional compassion by treating others fairly and with respect
• Exhibits professional conduct towards visitors, clients and fellow employees through appearance and manner

• Must have a Bachelors degree in accounting or related field and active work toward the completion of hours required to sit for the CPA exam
• CPA highly preferred
• Must have AT LEAST (3) three years of progressively responsible recent experience in public accounting, with demonstrated advanced knowledge of tax accounting
• Experience with Pro System FX a plus
• Must possess proficiency in Microsoft Office package, and the ability to quickly become proficient in the firm’s other information technology tools
• Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills, and strong ability to plan and organize work for self and others as well as strong interpersonal skills
• Must be comfortable with same day travel for work at client offices, meetings, or to attend training using a personal vehicle
•  Occasional overnight travel for longer engagements or special assignments may be  possible
• Overtime work as required throughout the year; primarily during busy season

Benefits & Compensation:

• Salary is commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical/dental/vision insurance, life/disability insurance, 401(k), paid vacation/sick/holidays

To apply, please submit your resume via “Apply Now" below.

Keywords: Accountant, Accounting Manager, Tax, Taxes, Staff Accountant, Accounting