Junior Accounting Manager (CPA/EA) Job at Kaizen CPAs + Advisors in Antioch

Company Description

Since 1964, Kaizen CPAs + Advisors has been helping businesses maximize their profit potential. As a second-generation, family-owned business we know firsthand what it takes to provide and incorporate the kind of forward-thinking advice, preparation, and planning to achieve and exceed business growth goals.

We are a deeply service-oriented, licensed CPA firm. Think of us as your company CFO.  At Kaizen CPAs + Advisors, we provide smart advice to keep you informed, business management counsel to keep you inspired along your journey, combined with information technology and a proactive approach to help you continuously improve yourself and your business. Our clients tell us our education and guidance provide the kind of confidence that allows them to sleep better. We worry about your business financials and upkeep so you don’t have to.

Job Description

Are you someone who finds fulfillment in working with clients and contributing to their business success? Do you have a passion for numbers, coupled with the ability to build strong connections? Are you adept at organizing financial data? Kaizen CPAs + Advisors presents an exciting opportunity specifically designed for individuals with your skills and enthusiasm!

As a Junior Accounting Manager, you'll be an integral part of our dynamic team, focusing on a range of financial responsibilities primarily centered around tax. You'll have the chance to gain diverse exposure to payroll, bookkeeping, compilations, reviews, and more, all within the context of the automotive world. Reporting to the Account Manager, you'll be responsible for preparing personal, partnership, and corporate tax returns. But that's not all – you'll also be engaging with clients, conducting research on tax compliance matters, reviewing financial statements, crafting tax projections, and collaborating on responses to taxing authorities.

A successful Junior Accounting Manager at Kaizen CPAs + Advisors is someone who thrives in a high-paced environment of continuous improvement. You're someone who is eager to learn, apply knowledge swiftly, and share insights with the team. You're the bridge between Staff Accountants and Managers, so a clear understanding of both roles is crucial. Your interactions won't be limited to your immediate team; you'll also collaborate with colleagues from payroll, financial services, and IT. Building strong relationships with clients and co-workers is a must, and you'll even take the lead in presenting on various topics.

This role isn't just a stepping stone; it's a pathway to future advancement to Manager level for those that reveal a strong combination of superior technical skills, superior soft skills, confidence, the aptitude to advise a diverse client base, and holding true to the firm’s vision and core values. 

Qualifications

• CPA or EA certification preferred; willingness to pursue if not already obtained
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 1-3 years of experience (preferred, but not required to apply)
• Proficiency in various software programs including Outlook, Excel, Word, Quickbooks, and tax-related software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to foster positive client and team relationships.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Resilience and enthusiasm to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment.
• Exceptional time management skills to meet deadlines effectively.
• Desire to grow and move into the Account Manager role required 

Additional Information

Kaizen CPAs + Advisors provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.