O’Connor, Brooks & Co, P.C.

05/02/2022

IR-2022-98, May 2, 2022 — During National Small Business Week, May 1 to 7, the IRS is highlighting tax benefits and resources tied to the Small Business Administration theme for this year’s celebration: “Building a Better America through Entrepreneurship.”

05/02/2022

O'Connor, Brooks & Co., P.C. is a locally owned public accounting firm which has been serving the Tri-State area of Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin since 1920. We have offices in Dubuque, Iowa, and Galena, Illinois. We are a general services CPA firm offering an array of services to a diverse clientele. Our services include Bookkeeping, Payroll Processing, Tax Planning/Preparation, Bank Examinations, Accounting/Auditing, Business Consulting, and Controllership Functions. More information on our company can be obtained from our website at oconnorbrooks.com.

We are seeking a full time General Services Staff Accountant in our Galena, Illinois office. Responsibilities include:

• Preparation of federal and state corporate, individual, partnership and trust tax returns as well as returns for non-profit organizations
• Assist with completion of compilation, review, and audit engagements
• Preparation of accurate review and audit engagement documentation
• Prepare working trial balances from client records
• Drafting financial statements
• Work with clients and firm members to ensure timely completion of projects
• Research tax and GAAP issues

The qualifications for this position include:

• Minimum B.S. or B.A. degree
• Accounting major
• CPA certificate or actively pursuing successful completion of the CPA exam
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel
• Ability to meet deadlines with accuracy
• Excellent analytical, organizational and problem solving abilities
• Prior accounting/tax experience is a plus but not required

We offer a great work environment along with a competitive salary and excellent benefits including health and disability insurance, 401(k) plan, a referral incentive bonus, continuing professional education opportunities, summer hours, and vacation and sick time from the date of hire. In addition, we provide assistance with CPA exam fees as well as paid time off to take the exam.

Please mail a resume and cover letter to:

O'Connor, Brooks & Co., P.C.
Attn: Director of Human Resources
P.O. Box 743
Dubuque, IA 52004-0743

Or you can email a resume and cover letter from the secure link on our web page: oconnorbrooks.com

05/02/2022

Job Description

General Services Staff Accountant

O'Connor, Brooks & Co., P.C. is a locally owned public accounting firm which has been serving the Tri-State area of Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin since 1920. We have offices in Dubuque, Iowa, and Galena, Illinois. We are a general services CPA firm offering an array of services to a diverse clientele. Our services include Bookkeeping, Payroll Processing, Tax Planning/Preparation, Bank Examinations, Accounting/Auditing, Business Consulting, and Controllership Functions. More information on our company can be obtained from our website at oconnorbrooks.com.

We are seeking a full time General Services Staff Accountant in our Dubuque, Iowa office. Responsibilities include:

• Preparation of federal and state corporate, individual, partnership and trust tax returns as well as returns for non-profit organizations
• Assist with completion of compilation, review, and audit engagements
• Preparation of accurate review and audit engagement documentation
• Prepare working trial balances from client records
• Drafting financial statements
• Work with clients and firm members to ensure timely completion of projects
• Research tax and GAAP issues

The qualifications for this position include:

• Minimum B.S. or B.A. degree
• Accounting major
• CPA certificate or actively pursuing successful completion of the CPA exam
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel
• Ability to meet deadlines with accuracy
• Excellent analytical, organizational and problem solving abilities
• Prior accounting/tax experience is a plus but not required

We offer a great work environment along with a competitive salary and excellent benefits including health and disability insurance, 401(k) plan, a referral incentive bonus, continuing professional education opportunities, summer hours, and vacation and sick time from the date of hire. In addition, we provide assistance with CPA exam fees as well as paid time off to take the exam.

Please mail a resume and cover letter to:

O'Connor, Brooks & Co., P.C.
Attn: Director of Human Resources
P.O. Box 743
Dubuque, IA 52004-0743

Or you can email a resume and cover letter from the secure link on our web page: oconnorbrooks.com
Please choose the "Send A File" from the menu selection at the top of the page.

05/02/2022

We are seeking a full time Accounting Specialist in our Dubuque, Iowa office. Responsibilities include:

• Preparation of monthly/quarterly/annual financial statements
• Perform month/year end close functions
• Perform assigned bank reconciliations
• Process live or after-the-fact payroll for our clients
• File and pay client payroll and sales taxes timely and accurately
• Prepare and file quarterly and annual payroll tax returns
• Perform various special projects as requested

The qualifications for this position include:

• Associate’s degree in Accounting or prior bookkeeping/payroll experience
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to meet deadlines with accuracy
• Knowledge of QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks online
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Strong customer service skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

We offer a great work environment along with a competitive salary and excellent benefits including health, dental, and disability insurance, 401(k) plan, a referral incentive bonus, summer hours, and vacation and sick time from the date of hire.

04/28/2022

Taxpayers who have filed their 2021 IRS return and expect a refund can check online to see the status of their U.S. Treasury check or direct-deposit.

04/19/2022

IR-2022-91, April 19, 2022 — The IRS encourages taxpayers who missed Monday’s April 18 tax-filing deadline to file as soon as possible. While taxpayers due a refund receive no penalty for filing late, those who owe and missed the deadline without requesting an extension should file quickly to li...

04/12/2022

IR-2022-80, April 12, 2022 ― With the April 18 tax-filing deadline closing in for most taxpayers, the Internal Revenue Service wants to dispel some new and common myths about getting refund details or speeding up tax refunds. A number of these myths circulate on social media every tax season.

04/09/2022

IR-2022-77, April 6, 2022 — The IRS today reminds those who make estimated tax payments such as self-employed individuals, retirees, investors, businesses, corporations and others that the payment for the first quarter of 2022 is due Monday, April 18.

03/16/2022

IR-2022-60, March 16, 2022 — The IRS today urged people to stay resolute against ongoing scams and schemes by properly securing computers, tablets and phones.

03/11/2022

When taxpayers reach age 50 they are eligible to save on federal income taxes through catch-up contributions to IRA and 401(k) plans and more extras

03/11/2022

IR-2022-56, March 10, 2022 — The Internal Revenue Service today announced it has begun using voice and chat bots on two of its specialized toll-free telephone assistance lines and IRS.gov, enabling taxpayers with simple payment or collection notice questions to get what they need quickly and avoid...

02/24/2022

One of the most frequent questions we hear is, "How long will it take to get my refund?". Currently the IRS urges electronic submission with direct deposit for the quickest results. You can check on your refund status when you utilize the IRS "Where's My Refund?" tool.

IR-2022-43, February 24, 2022 — The Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers today that the fastest and easiest way to check on tax refunds is by using the Where's My Refund? tool on IRS.gov or through the IRS2Go mobile app.