• Own technical accounting areas such as internally developed software, stock based compensation, equity modifications, intangibles and leases, and ensure their compliance with US GAAP • Own month-end close for technical accounting areas, including the preparation of supporting calculations, booking journal entries, performing flux analyses, and reconciling accounts, including driving process improvements to help accelerate the close cycle • Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements, including preparation and tie-out of income statement, balance sheet, cash flow statement, statement of stockholders’ equity, footnotes, supporting documentation, and the disclosure checklist. • Research, interpret, and document accounting positions for complex transactions and new accounting standards, and partner with internal management and auditors for sign-off. • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including auditors and cross functional business partners, to perform comprehensive walkthroughs, ensure complete and accurate financials, and timely and compliant reporting. • Identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies and support their implementation. • Support in the development and testing of internal controls.

Role Description We are currently seeking a talented Tax Accountant or Senior Tax Accountant to join our firm. As a Tax Accountant or Senior Tax Accountant, you will provide tax compliance and consulting services to a wide variety of exempt organizations, foundations, and other tax-exempt entities. You'll collaborate with an experienced team of exempt organization tax specialists to deliver an exceptional experience to clients while developing deep technical expertise in a highly specialized area of tax practice. This role offers meaningful client interaction, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a positive impact by serving organizations that strengthen our communities. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and eager to develop professionally. The successful candidate will join the exempt organizations tax team as either a Tax Accountant or Senior Tax Accountant, based on experience, with responsibilities and client leadership opportunities commensurate with experience. Position Details: - Prepare federal, state, and local tax returns for exempt organizations, including Forms 990, 990-T, and 990-PF. - Assist with tax consulting projects and planning tax engagements. - Research federal and state tax issues affecting exempt organizations, including tax-exempt hospitals. - Prepare workpapers and supporting documentation in accordance with firm standards. - Communicate with clients to obtain information, answer questions, and resolve tax issues. - Respond to IRS and state tax notices. - Manage multiple client engagements while meeting multiple deadlines. - Utilize tax software and technology to improve efficiency and accuracy. - Stay current on tax law developments affecting exempt organizations. - Manage day-to-day client communications appropriate to experience. - Collaborate with an experienced team dedicated exclusively to exempt organization taxation. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Accounting. - CPA license or active progress toward CPA licensure preferred. - 1+ years of public accounting or related tax experience. - Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Ability to work both independently and collaboratively. - Ability to travel locally with occasional overnight travel (less than 5%). Benefits - Very competitive compensation and benefits package. - Bonus program. - Business casual work environment. - Highly desirable work-life balance. - Fantastic team environment with other highly motivated professionals! Company Description Blue & Co., LLC, is a dynamic and innovative accounting firm that provides growth-committed entrepreneurial clients with accounting and consulting services. Blue & Co., LLC, ranked as a top Regional CPA firm in the U.S. by Accounting Today. We are an independent firm with 17 offices in six states with over 600 professionals. Blue is proud to serve clients in the Construction, Manufacturing, Distribution, Healthcare, Agribusiness, Financial Services, and Not-for-Profit industries. Blue has been named one of the "Best Places to Work" in IN, KY and OH for several years in a row. We are responsive. We are caring. We are advocates. Blue & Co., LLC, is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, veteran status, or any other protected category. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future employer sponsorship. Agency candidates will not be considered for this position.

• Supervise and develop staff accountants by setting deadlines, clearing roadblocks, and providing detailed review feedback • Review financial statements prepared by associates in QuickBooks Online and other accounting platforms • Create, review, and deliver high-quality, timely financial statements, including dashboards, KPIs, and forecasts, to clients while building and maintaining strong client relationships • Serve as a trusted advisor, consulting with clients regularly via Zoom, phone, and email, and when needed, resolve concerns • Provide additional services to clients, including conducting weekly or monthly oversight calls and providing ad hoc reporting and analysis • Lead client onboarding and ensure a smooth transition into our processes • At year-end, provide a seamless and clean hand-off of client books to our tax team for tax return preparation

• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements and variance reports. • Manage full month-end close: accruals, reclasses, journal entries, reconciliations. • Review resident billing, rent rolls, census, and revenue for accuracy. • Oversee accounts payable coding and monitor spending vs. budget. • Support ownership reporting, lender requirements, and audit processes. • Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.