Tax Preparer / Tax Accountant (Full-Time, On-Site)

Published: 6/14/2022

Job Description

JM Keehn, Inc. is a boutique business management and tax firm in Encino serving entertainment industry clients: actors, performers, and their companies. We're a close-knit team preparing tax returns for individual, corporate, partnership, and nonprofit clients. We're looking for a capable, independent tax preparer who wants a stable year-round position and the chance to grow into more complex work.

Prepare individual returns (1040), including high-net-worth clients with K-1s, rentals, and multi-state filings
Assist with and grow into business and nonprofit returns (1120, 1120-S, 1065, 990)
Communicate directly with clients by phone and email to request documents, answer questions, and follow up
Prepare estimates and extensions and help respond to IRS and state notices

What we're looking for:

At least 2 years (two or more full tax seasons) of hands-on tax preparation experience
A self-starter: we're a small department without a formal training program, so you need to be resourceful, research your own questions, and manage your workload with limited supervision
Confident, professional communicator who is comfortable picking up the phone with clients
Strong on individual returns; business return experience a plus
CCH Axcess or other professional tax software experience (Lacerte, UltraTax, ProSeries, Drake); TaxDome experience helpful
Organized, detail-oriented, and discreet with confidential client information

To apply, send your resume and a brief note about your tax experience, including the types of returns you prepare and the software you use

\nCompany Description

We value transparency, attention to detail, and genuine care for our clients and their accounts. As a team, we foster a collaborative and supportive environment to deliver the highest level of service.