Tax associate Jobs in Houston, TX

RARE FULLY REMOTE SENIOR TAX EXEMPT ASSOCIATE ROLE - Join one of the best Exempt/Not for Profit Public Accounting firms for work/life balance, low hours expectations, awesome culture and people! This Jobot Job is hosted by: Mark C. Johnson Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $85,000 - $115,000 per year A bit about us: We were founded in 1991 to serve nonprofit organizations with their audit and tax requirements. Over the past three decades, we’ve built our reputation as the go-to accounting firm for nonprofits by combining our unique nonprofit expertise with a work environment where partners and managers are actively involved with accounts. We’ve proudly served over 700 clients and continue to strengthen our position as one of the most trusted firms in the Houston area. Why join us? Enjoy a balanced work/home lifestyle. Flexible work arrangements and manageable hours. Work alongside a wide array of client personnel from support staff to CFOs and CEOs. Significant in-house and external staff training. Learn from some of the most experienced and talented nonprofit accounting professionals in the industry. Encouragement to give back to the community through organized company volunteer days. Personal interest in your continued growth and accomplishments. Mentoring with senior-level managers and partners. Support developing the skills needed to thrive in the role assigned. Opportunities for advancement and growth as we strive to promote from within. A firm that values diversity and is committed to equal-opportunity employment. Competitive compensation and benefits Job Details Energetic professional to prepare annual Federal and state returns for public charities and private foundations, some of which may require bookkeeping. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated self-starter who works well with minimal supervision. The position offers opportunities and promotion potential into a manager role within 2 – 4 years. Responsibilities Prepare federal and state returns for exempt organizations, including summarization of financial information Communicate clearly and efficiently with clients and IRS. Research relevant topics and questions to provide follow-up reports. Work with a team to help manage client engagements from start to finish, including planning, executing, and completing tax projects while effectively controlling time and expenses Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in accounting CPA certificate or intent to seek certificate Excellent oral and written communication skills 2 – 7 years of experience in public accounting tax practice preparing tax Forms including but not limited to 1040, 1041, 1120, 1065, 990, and 990-PF. Advanced understanding of accrual basis and cash basis of accounting including preparation of journal entries and compilations of balance sheet and income statements Ability to organize multiple engagements and projects, identify and resolve barriers, prioritize, and meet deadlines, including providing status updates on upcoming deadlines. Ability to analyze financial information, interpret tax rules, and work efficiently Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat Desired Qualifications Experience providing tax services to private clients and/or family groups, interpreting complex investments and analyzing charitable giving issues Proficiency with tax preparation and research software, Lacerte, CCH Axcess and RIA Checkpoint preferred Experience working with investments and the related accounting. Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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