• Tax Associate / Tax Sr. Associate

    Robert Half Finance & Accounting (Newton, MA)


    Description

    Job Description:

    An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Tax Senior – Corporate professional. This role involves utilizing tax research skills and foundational knowledge to navigate potential tax issues, preparing tax documentation, and working with tax software to complete and review tax returns. The individual will also engage in tax planning, risk identification, and compliance activities. Key responsibilities include acting as the main client contact for general inquiries and overseeing the work of Tax Associates, providing guidance and performance feedback when necessary.

    Key Responsibilities:

    + Gather data and prepare federal, state, and local tax returns for operating partnerships, S-corporations, and personal tax returns for business owners.

    + Conduct research and compliance analysis regarding state and/or local tax reporting requirements.

    + Draft responses to notices received from tax authorities.

    + Prepare tax returns using tax software applications.

    + Develop tax projections for quarterly estimates and extensions.

    + Analyze state tax positions to identify tax efficiencies, such as composite tax or PTE elections.

    + Recommend tax minimization actions based on personal circumstances.

    + Track tax return filing and payment deadlines to maintain compliance.

    Supervisory Responsibilities:

    + Supervise and manage daily work assignments.

    + Provide written and verbal performance feedback for associates and interns.

    + Act as a mentor and leader to junior team members.

    Requirements

    Education:

    - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Taxation or other related field, required

     

    - Master’s degree in Accounting, Taxation or other related field, preferred

    Experience

    - Two (2) or more years of experience in tax preparation

     

    - Experience preparing tax returns for partnerships and/or s-corporations, as well as individuals/trusts

     

    License(s)/Certification(s)

     

    - CPA or Enrolled Agent (EA), preferred but not required

     

    Software

     

    - Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically, Excel and Word, required

     

    - Prior experience utilizing CCH Access or other tax preparation software, required

     

    Interested candidates should apply here but can also connect with John Bresnahan on LinkedIn for further emphasis of interest.

     

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