back office accountant.

Do you excel at the analytical side of accounting and thrive when you can focus deeply on technical work without client interruptions? An established financial firm is looking for an analytical Back Office Accountant to lead business tax preparation and help clients optimize their tax strategies. This is an ideal role for an accounting professional who loves digging into complex returns, leveraging technology to streamline processes, and working in a supportive environment that truly values its team. If you prefer quiet focus time over public-facing duties, this dedicated back-office position offers the perfect space to concentrate on what you do best.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, review, and finalize complex business tax returns across various entity types.
• Utilize UltraTax CS software to build efficient workflows and deliver accurate, optimized tax outcomes.
• Conduct tax research and analysis to ensure full compliance with current laws and regulations.
• Collaborate internally with senior leadership and team members to resolve technical accounting questions.
• Maintain clean, well-documented workpapers and accurate digital records.

Skills:

• Education and/or experience working in an Accounting office is desired.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year of practical experience in business tax preparation.
• Hands-on experience with UltraTax CS software solutions is required.
• Solid understanding of corporate tax structures, high attention to detail, and efficient task management skills.
• Self-motivated, comfortable working independently on complex files, and dedicated to maintaining high quality standards.

Benefits & Perks:

• Healthcare Coverage: Premium Blue Cross Blue Shield Gold 500 medical plan, plus a Medical Pay Back plan option.
• Retirement Options: 401(k) retirement plan featuring up to a 4% company match (capped at $2,000).
• Generous Paid Time Off: 2 to 4 weeks of PTO (based on experience/tenure).
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy your birthday off every year, fully paid and celebrated!
• Annual Incentive: Variable performance bonuses available.

Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).