What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at ATBS?
Position Overview: A successful Senior Accountant takes accountability for the entire accounting and tax process at ATBS. A Senior Accountant is the main point of contact, provides insight and recommendation to ensure client success, and reviews a high volume of tax returns. In addition, a Senior Accountant mentors and manages Entry Level Accountants to support their professional development.
About Us: 25 years ago, ATBS was created in the back of a garage by founders who grew up in the trucking industry and recognized a need for the business services we provide today. ATBS has become the largest tax, accounting, and consulting firm for owner-operator truck drivers, providing services to over 150,000 clients. Rooted in family values, quality work, and integrity, ATBS thrives on a united team of employees. Our goal as a company is to take the complexity out of the lives of our clients and allow drivers to focus on what is most important – the road. With approximately 130 employees split between our two offices located in Golden, CO and Laramie, WY, ATBS offers competitive pay, charitable time off, opportunity for growth, and the ability to maintain a great work-life balance. We are growing quickly, and looking for passionate, innovative, and qualified individuals to join our team!
About You:
- You solve problems creatively and develop innovative solutions
- You are curious and have an inherent willingness to learn
- You enjoy collaborating with others and have excellent communication skills
- You are analytical and detail oriented
- You always go the extra mile to provide exceptional customer service
Significant Responsibilities:
- Effectively review a high volume of financial statements and federal/state tax returns completed by the Entry Level Accountant for accuracy, completeness, and due diligence
- Proactively manage associates by providing feedback and training
- Accurately provide tax return results and tax recommendations to clients in a positive and helpful manner
- Passionately provide high-quality customer service by assisting in answering clients’ questions and gathering tax information
- Actively support other departments and contribute to the growth of ATBS
Desired Skills and Qualifications:
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong analytical, computer, and math skills
- Ability to utilize critical thinking to solve problems and manage your time efficiently
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Flexibility to work additional hours when required
Education and/or Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree is required
- An equivalent combination of education and experience in business may substitute for a Bachelor’s degree
- 3-5 years of tax experience preferred
- Solid understanding of accounting and income taxes is desired
- Knowledge of federal and state income tax forms and tax rules and regulations
- Previous experience using CCH tax software is a plus, but not required
Salary : $43 - $68