Intern​/Staff Accountant

Johnson Boog, LLC is a locally owned, client-focused accounting and advisory firm dedicated to helping small businesses and individuals achieve their financial goals. We take pride in our personalized approach, building long‑term relationships and delivering exceptional service. As a growing firm, we offer significant opportunities for career development and professional growth.

We are seeking a detail-oriented Intern / Staff Accountant to join our team for the 2026 Tax Season beginning January 2026. This role is critical to our clients’ financial success, providing support across payroll processing, bookkeeping, and tax preparation. The ideal candidate will be a self‑starter who thrives in a collaborative, client‑focused environment and is committed to continuous learning.

• Accurately process payroll for multiple clients using Payroll Relief.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• File federal and state payroll tax returns
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and provide exceptional client support.
• Maintain accurate client accounting records, including data entry, account reconciliations, and transaction categorization.
• Prepare timely financial reports, offering insights for client decision‑making.
• Collaborate directly with clients to ensure timely submission of bookkeeping data.

• Assist in the preparation and filing of individual and business tax returns.
• Review accounting data to ensure accurate and compliant tax filings.
• Provide clients with proactive tax planning and advisory support.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of accounting, bookkeeping, or payroll processing experience preferred (internship experience counts!).
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and tax regulations.
• Proficiency in accounting software (experience with Payroll Relief and Quick Books is a plus).
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to client confidentiality.
• Tech‑savvy, with a willingness to learn new tools and processes.

• Client‑focused with a passion for building lasting professional relationships.
• Self‑motivated, proactive, and detail‑oriented.
• Adaptable and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Collaborative team player with a problem‑solving mindset.
• Strong analytical mindset with a passion for numbers.

• Competitive compensation and PTO.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Supportive, collaborative work environment.
• Flexible work‑life balance in a family‑oriented firm.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on small businesses within the community and their success.