Job details Spherion Fargo is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Tax Associate specializing in income tax preparation to join a local dynamic team. This role will focus on preparing individual and business tax returns, ensuring compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local tax laws. The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge of tax codes, an ability to handle complex tax situations, and the expertise to provide clients with strategic tax planning and advice. ...
Potential overtime during tax season (Jan-April)
Responsibilities :
- Tax Return Preparation : Prepare accurate and timely income tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, estates, and other entities, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws
- Client Consultation : Advise clients on tax planning strategies, deductions, credits, and tax-saving opportunities. Help clients understand how changes in their financial situation will impact their taxes
- Tax Research and Compliance : Stay current on changes in tax laws and regulations, including federal, state, and local updates. Provide expert guidance and analysis to ensure tax filings are fully compliant
- Tax Filing and Timeliness : Ensure timely submission of tax filings, including extensions and estimated payments. Maintain strict adherence to tax deadlines and client-specific filing requirements
- Audit Support : Provide assistance and representation to clients during IRS audits, including responding to IRS inquiries, preparing documentation, and resolving discrepancies
- Tax Planning and Projections : Develop and present tax projections for individuals and businesses to assist with year-round tax planning. Provide insight into opportunities for minimizing tax liabilities
- Tax Notices : Review and respond to any IRS or state tax agency notices on behalf of clients, offering clear solutions and guidance for resolution
- Continuous Improvement : Work closely with other tax professionals to improve internal processes, ensure high-quality client service, and foster a positive work environment
Working hours : 8 : 00 AM - 5 : 00 PM
Skills :
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fieldActive Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or Enrolled Agent (EA) statusExperience with tax preparation software (Thomson Reuters UltraTax)Preferred experience working with high-net-worth individuals, small businesses, or complex tax matters (, multi-state taxation, international tax issues)Familiarity with tax audits and the ability to represent clients before the IRS or state tax authoritiesProviding proactive tax advice, including retirement planning, estate planning, and business tax strategyEducation : Associate
Experience : 1-4 years
Qualifications :
Associate's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fieldMinimum of 2-5 years of experience in tax preparation, tax planning, or related rolesIn-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws, particularly those related to individual and business tax returnsExperience with tax preparation softwareStrong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy in tax filingsExcellent communication skills to explain complex tax issues clearly and effectively to clientsAbility to handle multiple tasks and deadlines, especially during peak tax seasonAbility to work independently as well as part of a collaborative teamTo be considered, please apply online at
If you have any questions please contact Jovita Smith at Show lessShow more Spherion Fargo is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Tax Associate specializing in income tax preparation to join a local dynamic team. This role will focus on preparing individual and business tax returns, ensuring compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local tax laws. The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge of tax codes, an ability to handle complex tax situations, and the expertise to provide clients with strategic tax planning and advice.
Potential overtime during tax season (Jan-April)
Responsibilities :
Tax Return Preparation : Prepare accurate and timely income tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, estates, and other entities, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local tax lawsClient Consultation : Advise clients on tax planning strategies, deductions, credits, and tax-saving opportunities. Help clients understand how changes in their financial situation will impact their taxesTax Research and Compliance : Stay current on changes in tax laws and regulations, including federal, state, and local updates. Provide expert guidance and analysis to ensure tax filings are fully compliant ... -Tax Filing and Timeliness : Ensure timely submission of tax filings, including extensions and estimated payments. Maintain strict adherence to tax deadlines and client-specific filing requirementsAudit Support : Provide assistance and representation to clients during IRS audits, including responding to IRS inquiries, preparing documentation, and resolving discrepanciesTax Planning and Projections : Develop and present tax projections for individuals and businesses to assist with year-round tax planning. Provide insight into opportunities for minimizing tax liabilitiesTax Notices : Review and respond to any IRS or state tax agency notices on behalf of clients, offering clear solutions and guidance for resolutionContinuous Improvement : Work closely with other tax professionals to improve internal processes, ensure high-quality client service, and foster a positive work environmentWorking hours : 8 : 00 AM - 5 : 00 PM
Skills :
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fieldActive Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or Enrolled Agent (EA) statusExperience with tax preparation software (Thomson Reuters UltraTax)Preferred experience working with high-net-worth individuals, small businesses, or complex tax matters (, multi-state taxation, international tax issues)Familiarity with tax audits and the ability to represent clients before the IRS or state tax authoritiesProviding proactive tax advice, including retirement planning, estate planning, and business tax strategyEducation : Associate
Experience : 1-4 years
Qualifications :
Associate's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fieldMinimum of 2-5 years of experience in tax preparation, tax planning, or related rolesIn-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws, particularly those related to individual and business tax returnsExperience with tax preparation softwareStrong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy in tax filingsExcellent communication skills to explain complex tax issues clearly and effectively to clientsAbility to handle multiple tasks and deadlines, especially during peak tax seasonAbility to work independently as well as part of a collaborative teamTo be considered, please apply online at
If you have any questions please contact Jovita Smith at Show lessShow more
key responsibilities
Tax Return Preparation : Prepare accurate and timely income tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, estates, and other entities, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws-Client Consultation : Advise clients on tax planning strategies, deductions, credits, and tax-saving opportunities. Help clients understand how changes in their financial situation will impact their taxes-Tax Research and Compliance : Stay current on changes in tax laws and regulations, including federal, state, and local updates. Provide expert guidance and analysis to ensure tax filings are fully compliant-Tax Filing and Timeliness : Ensure timely submission of tax filings, including extensions and estimated payments. Maintain strict adherence to tax deadlines and client-specific filing requirements-Audit Support : Provide assistance and representation to clients during IRS audits, including responding to IRS inquiries, preparing documentation, and resolving discrepancies-Tax Planning and Projections : Develop and present tax projections for individuals and businesses to assist with year-round tax planning. Provide insight into opportunities for minimizing tax liabilities-Tax Notices : Review and respond to any IRS or state tax agency notices on behalf of clients, offering clear solutions and guidance for resolution-Continuous Improvement : Work closely with other tax professionals to improve internal processes, ensure high-quality client service, and foster a positive work environmentexperience
1-4 years
skills
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field-Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or Enrolled Agent (EA) status-Experience with tax preparation software (Thomson Reuters UltraTax)-Preferred experience working with high-net-worth individuals, small businesses, or complex tax matters (, multi-state taxation, international tax issues)-Familiarity with tax audits and the ability to represent clients before the IRS or state tax authorities-Providing proactive tax advice, including retirement planning, estate planning, and business tax strategyqualifications
Associate's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field -Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in tax preparation, tax planning, or related roles-In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws, particularly those related to individual and business tax returns-Experience with tax preparation software -Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy in tax filings-Excellent communication skills to explain complex tax issues clearly and effectively to clients-Ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines, especially during peak tax season-Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative teameducation
Associate
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