Senior Tax Associate

Job Roles and Responsibilities

• Prepare individual federal, state, and local income tax returns.
• Assist in preparing corporate federal, state, and local income tax returns.
• Assist in preparing state sales tax returns.
• Assist in preparing federal, state, and local payroll tax returns.
• Conduct tax research and provide guidance on complex tax matters.
• Support tax audits by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries from tax authorities.
• Review financial statements to identify tax implications and planning opportunities.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and evaluate their impact on tax compliance and reporting.
• Collaborate with finance and accounting teams to ensure accurate tax reporting.
• Maintain compliance with applicable tax regulations and internal standards.

Qualifications And Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• CPA or EA certification preferred or actively pursuing.
• Experience in individual tax return preparation, with exposure to corporate tax return preparation considered an advantage.
• Experience preparing sales tax returns.
• Experience preparing payroll tax returns.
• Proficiency with tax preparation software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a collaborative and professional environment.
• Exposure to individual and corporate taxation, tax planning, and compliance activities.
• Professional development opportunities, including support for certification pursuits.
• Experience working with cross-functional finance and accounting teams.
• Opportunity to contribute to a client-focused organization committed to high-quality service and professional excellence.