Senior Tax Accountant (Tax Generalist/Public Accounting)

Job description :

• Prepare complex tax returns, including consolidated returns with multi state and international filing components.
• Handle intricate compliance tax research assignments and prepare tax memorandums.
• Review and deliver tax projections to clients.
• Assist clients with inquiries related to accounting and tax issues.
• Meet with IRS and FTB agents to discuss examinations.
• Review and mentor the work of interns, tax staff accountants, and semi-senior staff accountants.
• Address tax questions from staff across all departments.
• Conduct staff training on technical subjects and software, including preparing, teaching, and facilitating classes for the department.
• Demonstrate proficiency in corporate, individual, and partnership taxation.
• Manage multiple client engagements while also completing tasks related to business development.
• Exhibit the ability to teach and train staff effectively.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree in accounting; masters degree in business administration or taxation a plus.
• At least 3 years of public accounting industry experience preferred.
• Strong Tax Generalist background is a plus.
• Strong accounting foundation (year-end adjustments, fixing client books, fluency in QuickBooks programs).
• Working knowledge of MS Office (primarily Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel).
• Knowledge of CCH software (CCH Axcess, Engagement) a plus.
• Enrolled Agent / Certified Public Accountant license is a plus.
• Experience with industries such as Real Estate, Manufacturing, Engineering, High Net worth individuals, and Individuals with trusts (multi-state international filings) is a plus.

Why is This a Great Opportunity :

• Prepare complex tax returns, including consolidated returns with multi state and international filing components.
• Handle intricate compliance tax research assignments and prepare tax memorandums.
• Review and deliver tax projections to clients.
• Assist clients with inquiries related to accounting and tax issues.
• Meet with IRS and FTB agents to discuss examinations.
• Review and mentor the work of interns, tax staff accountants, and semi-senior staff accountants.
• Address tax questions from staff across all departments.
• Conduct staff training on technical subjects and software, including preparing, teaching, and facilitating classes for the department.
• Demonstrate proficiency in corporate, individual, and partnership taxation.
• Manage multiple client engagements while also completing tasks related to business development.
• Exhibit the ability to teach and train staff effectively.
• Salary Type * : Annual Salary
• Salary Min * : $ 90000
• Salary Max * : $ 100000
• Currency Type * : USD