- Manage and oversee the entire accounting team

- Conduct all necessary training to keep the team’s skills and knowledge up to date

- Ensure that all necessary documents are requested, collected, and compiled

- Review corporate and personal income tax returns to ensure accuracy

- Advise business owners and individuals regarding the tax code

- Oversee the processing of state and federal payroll taxes

- Monitor and mentor/train junior staff, clerks, and bookkeepers

- Detect and address potential compliance issues proactively

- Maintain compliance with all state and federal regulations at all times

- Uphold the excellent reputation of our firm

- Maintain constant communication with the IRS, state agencies, and our clients

- See that tax consults and onboarding procedures are in place for new clients

- Maintain highly organized and updated client files

- Work collaboratively with other teams to achieve shared goals

- Proven working experience as a Chief Accountant

- 6+ years of overall combined accounting

- Master Degree in Accounting or equivalent

- CPA or CMA preferred

- Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures

- Experience with creating financial statements

- Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year end close process

- Excellent accounting software user and administration skills

- Strong leadership qualities.

- Analytical skills.