Client Support Liaison

About the role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and client-focused Client Support Liaison (CSL) to join our Core Tax team. In this role, you will serve as a primary point of contact for clients on non-technical matters, supporting them through document coordination, technology tools, and ongoing communication. You will also work closely with Partners and Managers to streamline processes, ensure timely delivery of tax work, and support internal operations such as billing, reporting, and data management.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients on non-technical matters, including communications, follow-ups, document requests, and technology support.
• Assist clients with Suralink, TaxCaddy, and SafeSend, ensuring smooth document exchange and troubleshooting access issues.
• Support Partners and Managers by rolling Axcess Tax Returns, preparing engagement binders, saving documents to Engagement/SP Binders/GFR, and creating new client tax returns in CCH Axcess.
• Request and track signed engagement letters, consents, and e-file forms, and support resolution of schema errors, e-file rejections, and open items.
• Prepare PBC lists, TEAFs, POAs, WIP reports, and assist with billing processes.
• Identify aging returns, analyze causes for bottlenecks, and assist with due date reporting.
• Help research IRS correspondence, draft responses, and gather financials for estimates in collaboration with Partners.
• Analyze data using pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and create custom reports as requested.
• Manage incoming client documents to ensure completeness before tax preparation begins and publish finalized returns to Suralink or TaxCaddy.

Requirements

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, including functions such as pivot tables and VLOOKUP.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new systems and software platforms.
• Strong communication skills, organizational ability, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• High integrity, dependability, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• High School Diploma required.
• 5+ years of experience in a client service-driven environment; administrative experience required. Tax firm experience preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 5+ years of experience in a client service-driven environment; administrative experience required. Tax firm experience preferred but not required.

Skills

• Microsoft Office proficiency, especially Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP).
• Adaptability to new systems and software platforms.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proactive problem-solving abilities.
• High integrity and dependability.

Benefits

Cherry Bekaert offers a competitive compensation package based on performance, a comprehensive benefits program including annual bonus, medical, dental, and vision care; disability and life insurance; generous Paid Time Off; retirement plans; Paid Care Leave; and other programs designed to enhance your personal and work life. We also provide a flexible work environment focused on enabling career growth and continuous professional development. Cherry Bekaert is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $26.23 - $38.70 per hour. Individual salaries within this range are determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education, knowledge, skills, and geographic location.

Schedule

Our shared values that foster inclusion and belonging include uncompromising integrity, collaboration, trust, and mutual respect. The opportunity to innovate and do work that motivates and engages you is part of what makes working here special. We are committed to providing flexibility to do impactful work and the time to enjoy your life outside of work. We offer opportunities to connect and learn from professionals from different backgrounds and with different cultures.

Company Info

Cherry Bekaert, ranked among the largest assurance, tax and advisory firms in the U.S., serves clients across industries in all 50 U.S. states and internationally. For more details, visit https://www.cbh.com/disclosure/.

This role is expected to accept applications for at least five calendar days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled. Candidates must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States. Cherry Bekaert will not provide work sponsorship for this position.