Corporate Tax Senior

About the role

Withum’s Tax Services Group ensures tax reporting obligations are met accurately and timely, minimizing or deferring tax payments. The team leverages expertise in international, US federal, state, and local regulations (including HLB International affiliation) to develop economical tax strategies across Business, Individual, State & Local, R&D Tax Credit, International, and Private Client services. As a Corporate Tax Senior based in Red Bank, NJ, you will work with seasoned CPAs and industry leaders, taking a lead role on tax engagements, supervising/mentoring staff, and building/maintaining client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and reviewing income tax accounting calculations and related workpapers in accordance with ASC 740
• Assisting in the preparation of tax provisions for a diverse client base, including startup and middle-market companies across various industries
• Supporting clients with key tax accounting matters, including effective tax rate analyses, valuation allowance assessments, deferred tax calculations, provision-to-return adjustments, uncertain tax positions, and balance sheet reconciliations
• Preparing audit-ready tax provision workpapers and documentation that support financial statement audits and comply with ASC 740 requirements
• Collaborating with managers and partners to address technical tax accounting issues and communicate findings to clients
• Serving as a day-to-day contact for clients, responding to inquiries and helping ensure timely delivery of engagements
• Participating in discussions with client personnel and external auditors to support the tax provision and financial reporting process
• Assisting with corporate tax compliance engagements and other tax consulting projects as needed
• Identifying potential issues and communicating them proactively to engagement leadership
• Contributing ideas to improve processes, enhance service delivery, and provide additional value to clients
• Mentoring and assisting associates in the development of their technical and professional skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• CPA license, JD, or Master's degree in Taxation preferred or in progress
• 3+ years of experience in public accounting with a focus on corporate tax and tax accounting under ASC 740
• Experience preparing and reviewing income tax provisions and related tax accounting workpapers
• Working