Job Description
Job Description
Senior Tax Associate
Elmira, New York
Insero Talent Solutions is thrilled to partner with a growing financial services firm in the Southern Tier in search of a Senior Tax Associate to join their team.
The Associate will work with our Tax and Investment Teams to develop tax strategies, tax preparation and tax planning.
Responsibilities :
- Prepares and reviews complex Federal and state income tax returns for individuals, trusts, partnerships and corporations.
- Provide support in all aspects of the tax planning process to aid management. This will primarily involve identifying opportunities to minimize tax burdens and providing detailed analyses and recommendations.
- Research tax matters and summarize conclusions and rationale. Research will primarily focus on Federal individual tax issues, but may periodically involve trust, corporate, pass-through and tax-exempt entities, as well as some state tax issues.
- Reviews and analyzes bookkeeping records to ensure accuracy, completeness and alignment with tax reporting requirements for clients receiving bookkeeping or tax services.
- Prepares monthly, quarterly or year-end journal entries to ensure accurate financial reporting and GAAP compliance.
- Assists in audit preparation and representation.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements :
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Economic degree - with tax coursework.One of the following professional certifications is required :Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Enrolled Agent (EA)7+ years of progressive experience in tax and strategic tax planningFamiliarity with professional tax software such as Lacerte, CCH or GoSystem Tax RSFamiliarity with QuickBooks desktop and onlineHighly self-motivated.Ability to work in a dynamic team environment.Effective communication and organizational skills.Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.