A Core Tax Services Senior Associate is responsible for utilizing research skills, applying tax foundational knowledge to understand potential tax issues, gathering client information necessary for filing, participating in tax planning, recognizing and communicating potential risks, preparing tax accrual workpapers and working with tax software applications to complete tax returns for review. In this role, the Core Tax Services Senior Associate will act as the main client contact for general questions and information and may be charged with supervising and reviewing the work of Core Tax Services Associates.
ResponsibilitiesReview and prepare basic to complex consolidated multi-state and multi-national corporate tax returnsKnowledge of ASC-740 tax provision and related disclosuresPerform research and complete consulting projectsInteract directly with clients and their advisorsCommunicate with supervisors, engagement team, and clients the status of projectsAssist with administrative responsibilities including billing, recruiting, attendance and participation in CPE activities and trainingOther duties as requiredQualificationsEducation: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or other relevant field requiredMaster's degree in Accounting beneficial, master's degree in taxation preferredExperience: Three (3) to five (5) years of prior experienceExperience with corporate taxation and consolidations preferredPrior basic supervisory experience preferredPrior experience preparing and reviewing tax provisions preferredLicense/Certifications: Passed CPA Exam preferredSoftware: Experience with Microsoft Office Tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook), and Adobe AcrobatExperience with tax research databases such as BNA and RIAProficient in all tax compliance process software including GoFileRoom, GoSystemRS, Caseware, BNA Depreciation Software, or comparable programs and standard tax workpapersOther Knowledge, Skills Abilities: Solid verbal and written communication skillsAble to follow instructions as directed by members of Tax TeamAble to prepare simple tax returnsTakes appropriate actions without being askedSeeks advice of appropriate superiors regarding issues, problems related to complianceAbility to effectively delegate work as neededTrains other team membersStrong analytical, research and critical thinking skillsAble to work well in a team environmentIdeal candidate will be coming from Big 4, McGladrey or Grant Thornton.
Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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