Find the Open Position That Fits Your Accounting or Bookkeeping Skills

We are seeking an Accounting Manager or Senior Accountant to join our team in our Harrisburg, Mechanicsburg, and Myerstown locations.

Our ideal candidate is a CPA or an EA. We’re looking for a tech-savvy accountant who is comfortable with fully integrated software and paperless processes. Experience with Thomson UltraTax and other Thomson products is a plus.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Providing clients with proper quarterly tax planning
• Preparing individual, fiduciary, corporate, and partnership income tax returns
• Reviewing monthly financial statements
• Preparing and reviewing quarterly and year-end payroll tax returns
• Establishing big-picture strategies for small businesses and considering innovative business solutions for business conflict

Do you enjoy working with small business owners to help them understand complex accounting and tax concepts and strategies? Is fostering client relationships that go beyond tax season important to you? Do you enjoy regular contact with your clients, not just when there is a problem?

We are looking for a team player with:

• The ability to work independently and embrace technology
• Problem-solving skills complying with professional standards
• Exceptional communication skills and eagerness to grow positive relationships
• Tax prep background and dedication to quality service
• Willingness to learn and enthusiasm to grow with us
• A high level of comfort talking to and meeting with clients on a regular basis
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing projects in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive team environment

If you thrive on building client relationships, being part of a fun team, getting the job done—and you’re focused on the details—we want to meet you.

Gift CPAs offers a competitive salary plus bonus, an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, company retirement plan, company-paid professional dues and continuing education, paid time off for volunteering activities, half-day Fridays over the Summer, fun firm events, and a professional, family-oriented and collaborative office environment.

Interested, qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our Client Accounting Services team in our Mechanicsburg location. You’ll manage monthly bookkeeping for a portfolio of small-business clients, keeping their records accurate and deadlines on track.

What You’ll Do:

• Maintain QuickBooks Online ledgers, post/review entries, and reconcile bank, credit card, and loan accounts.
• Prepare month-end financial statements and supporting schedules with accuracy and timeliness.
• Handle accounts payable/receivable coding, payroll and sales tax filings, and year-end W-2/1099s.
• Communicate directly with clients to answer coding questions, resolve issues, and keep them on track with deliverables.
• Practice Management Accuracy and Diligence – Maintain complete and accurate client information, tasks, and notes in the practice management system on a daily basis, ensuring visibility for the team and accountability to firm standards.
• Uphold client confidentiality, follow cybersecurity protocols, and use firm-provided tools at all times.

What Success Looks Like:

• 95%+ of monthly financials delivered by the 10th business day.
• Zero late payroll or sales tax filings.
• Same-day acknowledgment of client messages; 1 business day for substantive responses.
• Balanced portfolio of 40–60 clients, depending on complexity.

What You Bring

• High school diploma required; AA/BA in Accounting preferred.
• QuickBooks Online proficiency; QBO ProAdvisor or bookkeeping certifications a plus.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills (sorting, filters, lookups/pivots).
• Experience with payroll and sales tax filings.
• Professional communication skills and ability to manage multiple clients.

Why Join Gift CPAs?

• Competitive hourly pay, depending on experience and certifications.
• Comprehensive benefits: health, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) with company match, and more.
• Professional development opportunities.
• A supportive, collaborative team environment where accuracy and client service are valued.

Work Conditions:
This role is primarily computer-based with prolonged periods of sitting, typing, and screen use. Occasional lifting of up to 15 lbs (such as files or office supplies) may be required. Standard business hours apply, with some extended hours during peak deadlines (e.g., tax season).

Disclaimer: This job description outlines the primary duties, responsibilities, and physical requirements of the position, which are considered essential functions. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the firm. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role, consistent with applicable law.

Interested, qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.