Senior Tax

Senior Tax


Basic Function:
Assist partners and principals with tax services including planning, research, and compliance
Prepare income tax returns for various entity forms and high-net-worth individuals
Handle IRS and state tax authorities’ correspondence
Manage own workload by monitoring project/return deadlines, frequent daily contact with partners, principals and paraprofessionals in assessing project status and problems encountered
Interact with client personnel on tax return information, due dates, deadlines, and other compliance matters and keep staff accountants and paraprofessionals informed and vice versa
Recognize potential problem areas in projects/returns and discuss with appropriate team members
Participate in training
Look for opportunities to provide additional services to clients
Develop network of referral source through active involvement in professional and civic organizations
Provide creativity in evaluating tax service procedures and recommend improvements in those areas
Perform other job related duties as required
REQUIREMENTS
Education/Experience:
Candidates should have a BS/BA degree (or equivalent work experience) and a minimum of three years relevant working experience.
CPA or CPA candidate preferred.
2 to 3 years of experience in federal and/or state/multi-state/local tax compliance work in public accounting
Flexible enough to handle complex assignments as well as routine tax work, both of which require hands on advanced tax experience
Must be able to research routine and complex tax issues
Must be able to work independently
Excellent analytical, organizational, and project management skills
Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills
Ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships
Proficient in MS Office programs, tax-preparation & write-up programs, and online tax research

EOE