Director - Head of UK & US Recruitment at Insite Group
Job Title : Senior Tax Accountant
My Client, an excellent Mid‑Size CPA Firm are seeking to hire a Senior Tax Accountant due to growth.
Mission of the Position
The Senior Tax Accountant is responsible for the accurate preparation and timely filing of fiduciary, charitable, partnership, and personal tax returns, with a focus on more complex returns. This role also provides support for the Director of Tax Services.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and file fiduciary, gift tax, foundation, partnership, and personal tax returns, emphasizing complex tax returns and problem resolution.
- Work closely with the Director in a supportive and collaborative manner.
- Act as a resource for Junior Tax Accountants.
- Provide backup coverage for the Director when absent.
- Communicate directly with clients as authorized.
- Review the tax preparation work of other Tax Accountants as assigned.
- Offer expert tax advice to the Director, other Tax Accountants, and clients, including partners of the Private Client Department.
- Participate in the new hire interview process.
- Provide input in the performance review process for Junior Tax Accountants and tax accounting support staff.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required; Masters in Taxation preferred.Experience
7+ years of experience in fiduciary, charitable, partnership, and personal tax preparation, covering all phases of tax preparation and problem analysis / resolution.Prior experience in a mid-size or larger professional industry work environment preferred.Ability to handle complex tax preparations with minimal supervision.Experience with ProSystem‑fx and Onesource Trust Tax software.Skills
Advanced knowledge of applicable tax codes and updates.High proficiency in tax preparation hardware and software.Strong independent working skills with the ability to initiate and follow through on projects.Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact positively with staff and lawyers while maintaining confidentiality.Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, work independently, participate in team projects, maintain accurate records, set and meet schedules, prioritize tasks, and work well under pressure.Detail-oriented and flexible, with a strict approach to confidentiality in all office matters.Seniority level
Mid-Senior levelEmployment type
Full-timeJob function
Accounting / AuditingIndustries
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