Accounting & Tax Assistant

Cornell Fitness Centers is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting & Tax Assistant to support tax preparation, financial record-keeping, and accounting operations. The role involves preparing tax returns, reconciling financial data, maintaining client files, performing bookkeeping tasks, and assisting with administrative accounting duties.

What you'll do:

• Assist with the preparation of individual and business tax returns under supervisor guidance
• Input and reconcile financial data using accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Excel)
• Prepare, organize, digitalize, and maintain client tax files and financial documents
• Perform basic bookkeeping tasks, journal entries, and account reconciliations
• Assist team members with administrative accounting duties and deadlines during peak tax periods

What they're looking for:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business or a related field
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and general tax concepts
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, data entry) and comfortable learning new software
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and analytical skills
• Ability to handle confidential client information with discretion