Tax Associate
Creative Financial Staffing, Guaynabo, PR, United States
As a Tax Associate your primary responsibilities will consist of tax consulting and tax return preparation duties, including tax research, tax planning, and the preparation of supporting work papers for various tax returns and tax related projects. You will work with a variety of entities such as corporations, partnerships, estates, trusts, and non-profits. In addition, you will be exposed to a variety of industries including real estate, consumer industrial products, not-for-profits, and healthcare. Procedures vary depending on the type of engagement and associate experience. Procedures may range from reviewing computer input to working on a tax project from start to finish. You will work closely with seniors, managers, and partners on all phases of the project. This opportunities within its Federal, State and Local Tax, International Tax, Strategic Federal Tax, and Private Wealth Service lines.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Reviewing data input, identifying and resolving technical tax issues, and assisting in the review of tax preparation.
- Responding to inquiries from the PR Treasury Department, IRS and other taxing authorities
- Identifying, researching, and assessing various tax issues while also providing information to senior staff members
- Providing on-the-job training to junior staff members
- Identifying and carrying out other projects as assigned
- Collaboratively working with client team members while building rapport and strong client relationships
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Juris Doctorate, or Tax LLM
- Minimum major and overall GPA of 3.0/4.0 preferred.
- Completion of necessary education hours to be eligible for CPA licensure or licensed attorney status
- Excellent analytical, communication (written and verbal), and interpersonal skills.
- Strong technical aptitude and skillset
- Demonstrated project management skillset including project planning and time management.
- Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a complex team environment.
- The willingness and ability to work additional hours, as needed, and travel to various client sites.