Staff Accountant - Tax

Description Looking for a role where you can join a collaborative team, enjoy work-life balance, and grow both professionally and personally? Join our team at VSH as a Staff Accountant and experience the excitement of working on a diverse range of accounting, consulting, and tax engagements across a variety of industries. Through our advisory work, we seek to empower clients, families, employees, and our community to flourish. If you’re passionate about having a direct impact on businesses and their owners’ growth, keep reading to learn more about this position and what sets VSH apart from other firms. Responsibilities • Develop customized plans for client research projects in conjunction with senior members of the firm. • Accurately prepare business and individual tax returns, financials, and other compliance work. • Assist clients with tax planning and integrated business advisory services. • Plan and schedule client engagements. • Collaborate with partners and managers in client meetings. • Manage projects to include budget guidelines. • Achieve billable hour goals. • Analyze data to make informed decisions. Benefits: · Hybrid and Flexible Work Schedule · 3 weeks PTO / 4 weeks PTO after 1 year · Up to 4% matching - SIMPLE IRA contributions · 9 paid holidays / 2 are flexible · Health, Vision, & Dental Insurance with HSA options · HRA assistance for high-deductible plans · FSA option · Flextime · Paid Long-term disability insurance · Education Assistance for required CPE · CPA-Bound financial assistance for prep course, exam fees, and paid study time Requirements · Bachelor’s degree in accounting or bachelor’s degree in data analytics with a minor in accounting. · WA state CPA eligible candidate with GPA of 3.2 or higher · Able to work in office for the first 6 months · U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident or authorized to work in the U.S. Location: Bellingham, WA (Hybrid option after 6 months) About VSH VSH is a growing full-service accounting and advisory firm in Bellingham. We offer a suite of services beyond traditional tax compliance and planning. Our team of professionals specialize in providing strategic advisory support, international and cross-border services, transition planning, outsourced accounting, and more, to local, regional, and international clients. We put our people first. At VSH, our firm IS our team! Rich, specialized, and fulfilling careers begin with and are continuously fueled by a strong staff development program. We support skill building and career advancement every day through personal mentor relationships, career coaching, and forward-focused, personalized development plans for all. Our core values prioritize the well-being of our employees, adaptability to change, pursuit of excellence, putting people first, and fostering collaboration with team members. At VSH, we take immense pride in providing unwavering support for our team’s personal and professional growth. Join us to experience a career of empowerment and success! More info on becoming a part of the VSH team. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER VSH is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer. VSH does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws. AI Disclaimer VSH may use AI-assisted tools to support our initial résumé review process. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by VSH team members, and we monitor our tools to ensure compliance with federal nondiscrimination laws, which apply to AI and automated screening systems. If you need accommodation or prefer an alternative application method, please contact our HR department directly.