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Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSenior Staff AccountantMatinee AccountingLocation: Sioux Falls, South DakotaPosition: Full-time, In Office with flexible hoursCompensation: Competitive; based on experienceAbout Matinee AccountingMatinee Accounting is a locally owned accounting firm helping small-business owners spend less time managing their books and more time doing what they love. Our team provides personalized accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, tax preparation, and financial advisory services tailored to each client's needs.We are seeking an experienced Senior Staff Accountant who combines strong technical accounting skills with the ability to advise clients, manage complex projects, prepare tax returns, and communicate effectively with business owners and colleagues.The ideal candidate brings at least five years of relevant experience, enjoys working with multiple clients, and can confidently translate financial information into practical guidance for small-business owners. A CPA or EA designation is preferred.ResponsibilitiesClient Accounting and Financial ReportingManage accounting and bookkeeping functions for multiple small-business clients and QuickBooks company files.Review and maintain accurate general ledgers, accounting records, and supporting documentation.Prepare and review bank, credit-card, loan, and other balance-sheet reconciliations.Prepare journal entries and oversee monthly, quarterly, and year-end accounting close procedures.Prepare and analyze financial statements, management reports, and other client-specific financial information.Develop customized reporting by job, project, location, department, or other business categories.Identify accounting discrepancies, investigate unusual activity, and implement appropriate corrections.Help clients maintain accurate, timely, and useful financial information.Advisory Services and Client RelationshipsServe as a trusted accounting resource and primary point of contact for assigned clients.Explain financial statements, accounting trends, and business performance in practical, understandable terms.Help clients evaluate cash flow, profitability, expenses, and other key financial indicators.Assist with budgets, forecasts, and financial projections.Identify opportunities to improve accounting procedures, reporting, internal controls, and business operations.Help business owners understand their financial position and make informed decisions.Collaborate with clients' financial advisors, bankers, insurance professionals, attorneys, and other business partners when appropriate.Communicate proactively about deadlines, open questions, potential concerns, and recommended next steps.Tax Preparation and PlanningPrepare individual income-tax returns and business income-tax returns for applicable entity types.Gather and review client tax documents and reconcile tax information with underlying accounting records.Prepare supporting tax schedules, workpapers, and related documentation.Identify potential deductions, credits, and other tax considerations.Assist with tax projections and planning discussions for individuals and business owners.Coordinate with firm leadership on complex tax matters, technical questions, and client recommendations.Monitor filing deadlines and manage multiple tax engagements through completion.Assist with responses to tax notices and related client inquiries, as appropriate.Payroll and Related ComplianceProcess and review payroll for multiple clients on weekly, biweekly, semimonthly, and monthly schedules.Prepare and review federal and multistate payroll-tax returns, deposits, and related reports.Assist with multistate payroll registrations, unemployment reporting, and state-specific payroll requirements.Prepare or review year-end payroll and information-reporting documents, including Forms W-2 and 1099.Prepare and review applicable sales-tax and excise-tax filings.Assist with workers' compensation reporting, pay-as-you-go insurance submissions, and annual wo