As a Tax Senior Associate you will be responsible for the following job duties which are focused around two core concepts; your technical & quality expertise, and delivering excellent client service:
- Preparing complex Tax returns – approximately 25- 40% of your time
- Develop, motivate, and train staff level and intern team members – approximately 10% of your time
- Detailed review and analysis of Tax returns – approximately 10- 15%
- Interact directly with clients handling questions, planning, concerns, etc.
- Performing, documenting, and summarizing research and conclusions regarding specific tax issues – approximately 10% of your time
- Remain up-to-date on current tax practices and changes in tax law
- Other duties as assigned
- Some travel may be required
**All percentages may vary based on location, line of business, and client need**
Basic Qualifications:
- BA/BS Degree – preferably in Accounting or related field of study
- Must be eligible to sit for the CPA exam – or a licensed JD
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a public accounting environment
- Ability to work closely with clients to answer questions or to collect necessary information for tax service requirements
- Experience preparing and reviewing returns
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Masters of Accounting
- CPA, JD, LLM, or EA
- Experience with a national or large regional accounting firm
- Working knowledge of tax code and technical aspects of tax preparation and compliance
- Strong technical skills in accounting and tax preparation, review experience a plus
- Experience in dealing with international tax