Staff Accountant

Job Title: Staff Accountant (1–2 years of experiences)

Location: Farmington, CT – In-office 4-5 days a week, but with work hours flexibility

Company: Friedman, Kannenberg & Company, P.C. – Certified Public Accounting Firm

Compensation: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year (based on experience)

About Us:

Established in 1985, Friedman, Kannenberg & Company, P.C. (“FKCo”) is a national Certified Public Accounting firm that specializes in providing accounting, tax and management advisory services to a wide range of companies and individuals predominantly in the music and entertainment industries.

The firm’s music industry clients include musical instrument & product retailers and manufacturers, musicians & bands, independent record labels, recording studios, producers & engineers, music schools & educators, music trade associations, music venues & tour support companies, and other music industry businesses and individuals.

The firm’s entertainment industry clients include Broadway, national and regional theater and touring production companies, film artists, content creators and social media Influencers, professional athletes & sports broadcasters, professional models, and other entertainment industry businesses and individuals.

Our Mission Statement:

At Friedman, Kannenberg & Company, P.C., our mission is to provide a differentiating quality of accounting, tax and advisory services to our clients using creative professionals and leading-edge innovation while remaining focused on superior client service. We are an equal opportunity employer, celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We support a quality of life for all team members by (1) creating an environment of trust and open dialogue, (2) ensuring professional training and opportunity for growth, and (3) utilizing innovative approaches to ensure effective work-load & lifestyle balancing.

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented, full-time Tax Accountant to join our team for this newly created role. The ideal candidate will have a solid knowledge and understanding of federal and state taxation for both businesses and individuals, experience preparing year-end accounting engagements, and a willingness to perform various related tasks. This is an in-office position in Farmington, CT. Once fully acclimated, there is also the potential for a hybrid office/work-from-home workweek based on an as-needed basis.

Job Responsibilities:

The candidate will be responsible for providing a variety of services including but not limited to:

• Prepare federal and state tax returns for: S-Corporations (1120-S), Corporations (1120), Partnerships (1065), Individuals (1040), Trusts (1041)
• Assist with preparation of tax returns and supporting workpapers with a goal of reviewing as experience grows
• Assist with year-end business accounting engagements, including financial statement preparation and adjusting journal entries
• Work with confidential client-provided records, documents and accounting data
• Maintain organized and accurate workpapers in a paperless environment
• Communicate directly with clients to gather information and respond to inquiries
• Assist with tax notices and limited tax research
• Collaborate closely with team members to meet deadlines, especially during busy season
• Upward Job Mobility: As a matter of practice, our firm provides resources and training to foster job experience and career growth, and will generally promote from within the firm for any new position

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
• 1–2 years of public accounting or relevant tax experience
• CPA and/or Enrolled Agent (EA) designation or progress toward CPA/EA (preferred but not required)
• Proficiency or working knowledge of various computer software applications, including: Wolters Kluwer CCH Suite of Axcess Tax, Engagement and Workflow (or similar software), Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word), QuickBooks (Online & Desktop), ShareFile & RightSignature (or similar software)
• Organizational and time management skills, with an attention to detail
• Quality written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Adherence to the highest level of confidentiality
• Experience or interest in the music and entertainment industry is a plus
• Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• An understanding of professionalism and “white glove” client servicing
• Confident interpersonal communication skills
• The ability to handle and respond to multiple demands in a timely manner
• The capacity to prioritize assignments and effectively manage time
• The ability to adapt to shifting priorities as firm and client needs change
• An understanding of how to be a team player and ability to work independently
• Fun personality, with an appreciation for music making

Benefits:

• Comprehensive paid time off package, including vacation, major holidays, and additional time-off opportunities
• Employer-sponsored retirement plan with company matching
• 100% Employee health, dental and vision insurance
• Professional development opportunities

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications to careers@fkco.com; please include "2026 Tax Accountant Position" in the subject line.

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• What accounting and tax software packages have you used?
• Do you have an active CPA license and/or EA credential?
• Are you willing and able to work overtime and/or weekends?
• What is your desired annual salary?
• Friedman, Kannenberg, & Company, P.C. does not currently offer visa sponsorship nor visa transfer as part of employment. Are you legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction or sponsorship/transfer of visa? Will you now, or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status)?
• Do you have a non-solicitation agreement or any other agreement with your current of former employer that contains restrictive covenants that are still in effect?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Public accounting: 1 year (Preferred)
• Tax: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Farmington, CT 06032 (Required)

Work Location: In person