Senior Tax Accountant

About the role

DGPerry, a certified public accounting firm with eight office locations in Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York and Florida, is committed to providing the highest quality accounting, auditing, tax, and business advisory services to our clients. The firm employs more than 150 team members with a wide range of experience and skills, serving businesses in various industries. Every day, DGPerry helps its clients navigate through life and business events, develop tailored strategies to maximize profits, minimize risk, and plan for long-term success. As a team member at DGPerry, you will be a vital part of a client's team, while also achieving personal growth and professional goals, enhancing technical skills, building your network, discovering new industries, and gaining confidence with the support of the DGPerry team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review complicated and complex corporate, partnership, and individual income tax returns
• Recognize, identify, and research tax issues in order to summarize results and propose resolutions
• Manage projects, workflows, and be able to multi-task and prioritize
• Interpret and understand tax law changes and the impact on clients
• Understand and analyze business financial statements
• Demonstrate knowledge in tax aspects of business transaction issues, including shareholder transactions
• Assist partners and managers in consulting with closely held business and individual clients on financial and tax planning matters
• Commitment to business activities and building relationships in the community

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Accounting
• Three to five years of experience in tax at a public accounting firm
• Valid CPA license preferred but not required
• Possess good analytical and problem solving skills
• Proficiency with all Microsoft applications and QuickBooks
• Positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, and excellent communication skills
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, strong ethics and business conduct
• Ability to evaluate situations and modify behavior accordingly
• Ability to multitask and prioritize, strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships through all levels of the organization
• Demonstrates ability to take initiative and exercise time management skills

Benefits

• Open paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Flexible schedule
• 401(k) Plan with generous company match
• Health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance options
• Health savings account
• Reasonable seasonal hours
• Ability to contribute to firm growth
• Semi-annual performance reviews with bonus opportunities
• Annual salary increases
• CPA incentive program
• Professional development assistance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time for involvement in community networking events