Corporate Tax Experienced Senior Associate - Provisions

About the role

Grant Thornton is seeking a Corporate Tax Sr. Associate to join our team in Manhattan, NY. Additional approved locations are Melville, NY and Iselin, NJ.

Responsibilities

• Running client engagements from start to finish, including planning, executing, directing, and completing tax projects and managing to budget
• Supervising, training, and mentoring associates and interns on tax projects and assessing performance of staff for engagement reviews; performing in-charge role as needed
• Reviewing tax returns prepared by staff and making recommendations on return preparation regarding accuracy and tax savings opportunities, gaining increasing responsibility in the review process
• Conducting primary review and preparing of ASC 740 income tax provision engagements
• Researching and consulting on various tax matters
• Utilizing Tax-related software to prepare and process returns
• Responding to inquiries from the IRS, State, and other tax authorities
• Maintaining a good working relationship with clients and working effectively with client management and staff at all levels to gather information and perform tax services
• Gaining an understanding of client operations, processes, and business objectives, and utilizing that knowledge on engagements
• Attending professional development and training sessions on a regular basis
• Adhering to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality

Requirements

Minimum two to four years of progressive tax compliance and/or tax consulting experience; ASC 740 income tax accounting strongly preferred

CPA preferred

Experience in public accounting is a plus

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong teamwork and analytical skills with attention to detail

Can travel as needed

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Skills

• Technical skills in tax compliance and consulting
• Ability to manage and mentor junior staff
• Proficiency in tax software and procedures
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to travel as needed

Pay

The base salary range for this position is between $101,200 and $129,030.

Schedule

This position requires in-person attendance at least three days per week, either at a GT office or client site.