Tax Senior Associate

Job Summary:The Senior Associate in the Tax department is responsible for working with a team of dedicated professionals delivering excellent tax service to our clients.Duties/Responsibilities:

• Help train new associates.
• Master technology to perform assigned tasks and manage workflow.
• Participate in non-traditional engagements with accountants, attorneys and other staff as assigned.
• Participate in tax planning.
• Prepare income tax return forms for individuals and businesses such as Partnerships, C-Corp, S-Corp., LLP, LLC, Estates and Trusts.
• Review financial records, such as prior tax return forms, income statements, and expenditures to determine forms needed to prepare return.
• Understand and embrace a culture of privacy and excellent client service.
• Perform other related duties and projects as assigned.

Education/Training Responsibilities:

• Adhere to the requirements for continuing education as outlined in the Quality Control Manual.
• Complete all assigned training courses within the stated timelines.

Education and Experience:Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with at least 2 classes in taxation, or equivalent course work with a bachelor’s degree in another subject.
• Qualified to sit for the CPA exams.
• Two to three years of experience in tax preparation of individual, pass-through entity, and corporate returns.

Preferred:

• Competence with UltraTax, Go Systems, or other tax preparation software.
• CPA license.
• Master’s degree in Taxation.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Emotional intelligence and empathy in dealing with colleagues and clients.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Humility in receiving instruction and correction.
• Paperless office experience preferred.
• Passion for learning.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.

What you'll receive:Whether you are looking to broaden your industry knowledge, build out your PR portfolio, or expand your MarCom strategy and management skills—come share your strengths with us while we offer you the opportunity to further your career goals!LIFE

• Competitive Salary ($38.46 - $45.67/hr)
• 20 days of PTO + 10 paid company holidays
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• FSA & HSA
• Employee Assistance Program

FAMILY

• Basic Life Insurance (firm paid after 6 months of employment)
• Voluntary Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Pet Insurance

BUSINESS

• Virtual and in-office firm social events
• Client referral bonuses
• Commuter Benefit Plans

DREAMS

• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan - Traditional & Roth Options
• Benefits for CPA eligible candidates including study material and exam reimbursements, paid time off for exams, and an exam passing bonus
• Benefits for CFE eligible candidates including an exam passing bonus
• Leadership development and training & mentorship programs