Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Kaizen CPAs + Advisors is a people-first firm dedicated to helping businesses overcome financial challenges. They are seeking a Junior Accounting Manager to deliver financial expertise to small business clients, focusing primarily on tax preparation and client relationship management.
Responsibilities
- Make an Impact: Work directly with small business clients to guide them toward financial clarity and success
- Own the Tax Process: Prepare personal, partnership, and corporate tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance
- Build Relationships: Collaborate with clients on tax planning, projections, and inquiries—becoming their go-to expert
- Support Smarter Decisions: Review financial statements and assist with reviews that drive client confidence
- Dig Into the Details: Conduct research and support responses to federal and state tax authorities
- Be a Connector: Serve as a key liaison between Staff Accountants and Managers, keeping workflows smooth and communication clear
- Lead & Grow: Share your knowledge through internal presentations and take advantage of continuous learning opportunities—with a clear path to becoming a Manager
Skills
- CPA or EA certification—or a strong desire to pursue one
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Confidence working with Outlook, Excel, Word, QuickBooks, and tax software
- Excellent communicator who thrives on building positive client and team relationships
- Highly organized and capable of juggling multiple priorities with ease
- Motivated and adaptable—you're ready to grow in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment
- Sharp time management skills with a strong sense of accountability
- Long-term interest in moving into an Account Manager role
- 1–3+ years of relevant experience preferred, but if you're passionate and driven, we want to hear from you!
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
- Cafeteria/Section 125 Plan
- Retirement/401(k): Employer match with 100% vesting on day one of eligibility
- Paid Vacation: Starting at 2 weeks, available for use from day one
- Paid Personal Time (PTO): 32 hours available to use from day one
- Paid Holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve (if it falls during the work week), and Christmas Day
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