Staff Accountant / Tax Accountant
Bennett & Rhodes, Inc.
Pleasant Hill, California
Full-Time | In-Office Position
Start Your Career with a Firm That Invests in Your Future
Are you looking for more than just your next accounting job?
Do you want to build a rewarding career with a firm that values teamwork, integrity, exceptional client service, and professional growth?
Bennett & Rhodes, Inc. is a well-established public accounting firm serving individuals, families, trusts, estates, and closely held businesses throughout California. We are looking for a motivated Staff Accountant / Tax Accountant who is eager to learn, grow, and become an important part of our team.
Whether you're a recent accounting graduate or have a few years of public accounting experience, we'll provide the mentoring, training, and opportunities needed to help you build a successful career.
This is a full-time, in-office position located in Pleasant Hill, California. We believe collaboration, mentoring, and client service are strongest when we work together. Remote and hybrid work are not available for this position.
Why Join Bennett & Rhodes?
We know talented accountants have choices.
Here's why our employees enjoy working here:
Learn More Than Tax Preparation
You'll gain hands-on experience in nearly every area of public accounting, including:
- Individual Tax Returns
- Business Tax Returns
- Trust & Estate Tax Returns
- Financial Statement Preparation
- General Ledger Accounting
- Payroll Tax
- Sales Tax
- Tax Planning
- Client Consulting
You'll develop skills that many accountants don't gain until much later in their careers.
Work Directly with the Owners
Instead of working through multiple layers of management, you'll work directly with experienced partners who enjoy mentoring employees and helping them succeed.
Your questions are encouraged.
Your ideas matter.
Your career matters.
Build Long-Term Client Relationships
Our clients stay with us because we know them personally.
We take pride in providing exceptional service—not simply processing tax returns.
Grow Your Career
This isn't simply an entry-level position.
We're looking for someone who wants to continue learning and eventually take on greater responsibilities as their experience grows.
Many of our employees build long-term careers with our firm.
Responsibilities
Tax Services
- Prepare Federal and California Individual (1040) Tax Returns
- Assist with Partnership, S Corporation, Corporate, Fiduciary, Estate, and Gift Tax Returns
- Organize client tax information
- Prepare tax workpapers
- Perform basic tax research
- Assist with IRS and State tax notices
Accounting Services
- General ledger accounting
- Bank reconciliations
- Prepare journal entries
- Financial statement preparation
- Payroll tax reporting
- Sales tax reporting
- QuickBooks accounting support
Client Service
- Communicate professionally with clients
- Assist senior accountants and partners
- Develop strong client relationships
- Continue expanding your accounting and tax knowledge
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field, or equivalent accounting coursework
- Entry-level to 3 years of public accounting experience
- Tax preparation experience or completion of a tax preparation course
- Strong accounting knowledge
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Preferred
- Experience with QuickBooks
- Experience with Microsoft Excel
- Experience with ProSeries Professional Tax Software
- EA, CPA Candidate, or interest in pursuing professional certification
Compensation
Salary: $65,000 – $90,000 annually
Salary is based upon education, experience, technical skills, and certifications.
Performance bonuses and advancement opportunities are available.
Benefits
We believe excellent employees deserve excellent benefits.
- Competitive salary
- Annual performance reviews
- Bonus opportunities
- Paid overtime (Time-and-a-Half during tax season)
- 401(k) with 3% Employer Match
- Potential Profit Sharing
- Medical & Dental Insurance
- Bennett & Rhodes pays 50% of employee premiums beginning immediately
- Employer contribution increases 10% for each additional year of service
- Section 125 Cafeteria Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Flexible scheduling outside of tax season
- Continuing Education
- Support for EA and CPA certification
- Professional licensing reimbursement
- Casual office environment (business casual attire)
Work Schedule
- Monday through Friday
- Full-time
- Flexible scheduling outside of tax season
- Additional hours during tax season
- Position is based in our Pleasant Hill office
Our Ideal Team Member
We are looking for someone who is:
- Honest and dependable
- Professional
- Detail-oriented
- Self-motivated
- Positive and enthusiastic
- A team player
- Client-focused
- Eager to learn
- Looking for a long-term career—not simply a job
Join Our Team
If you're looking for a firm where you'll receive mentoring, gain valuable experience, work directly with experienced professionals, and build a successful career in public accounting, we'd love to hear from you.
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements for confidential consideration.
Bennett & Rhodes, Inc.
Building lasting relationships through exceptional tax, accounting, and consulting services.
Pay: $65,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
