Tax Accountant

Job Description
An architecture and planning organization is seeking to hire a Tax Accountant. In this seat, you will be processing sales and use taxes, handling property taxes, and performing VAT refund reconciliations. The ideal candidate has 4-5 years of corporate tax accounting experience, has used Vertex Tax software, and has property tax exposure.

Responsibilities:

• Review and prepare a range of tax returns, such as 1040, corporate, partnership, estates, and trusts.
• Demonstrate expertise in handling multi-state tax returns.
• Employ strong tax research skills to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Collaborate efficiently with ProSystems Engagement and ProSystems Axcess for streamlined workflows.
• Take an active role in training and mentoring staff to foster a collaborative work environment.
• Exhibit a strong work ethic and a proactive approach to meeting client service needs.
• Collaborate during tax season, including some weekends, to meet deadlines between January and April 15th.

Requirements

• Hold a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation with a minimum of 6 years of tax accounting experience in a public accounting firm.
• Possess a Master's in Taxation or demonstrate a willingness to obtain.
• Proficiency in ProSystems Engagement and ProSystems Axcess is advantageous.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Display a proactive attitude towards training and mentoring staff.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to ensure effective client relations.
• Maintain a positive attitude and a commitment to delivering excellent client service.
• Flexibility to work extended hours during tax season.