What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Tax Associate position at Allen, Gibbs & Houlik, L.C.?
ABOUT AGH:
As one of the top 200 CPA and advisory firms in the U.S., AGH has been serving closely held and privately-owned entrepreneurial firms and public sector organizations for more than 80 years. AGH is based in the central U.S., but the firm's reach and specialized expertise available to clients spans the globe. AGH’s more than 130 professionals serve as trusted advisors and provide clients with a broad portfolio of tax, assurance and advisory services.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Senior Tax Associate will work collaboratively with the members of an expanding team and will prepare business and individual tax returns and assist with strategic planning.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Planning and performing corporate, S-corporation, partnership, individual, and state and local tax compliance engagements.
- Preparing and reviewing quarterly and annual income tax provisions as well as identifying and documenting uncertain tax positions
- Performing technical research, analysis, and written memorandum
- Preparing client depreciation schedules
- Preparing trial balances from client information along with providing adjusting journal entries for the client as needed.
- Assuming project management responsibilities as needed
- Maintain accurate records of your scheduled work and communicate with effectively
- Participating in mentoring, training, recruiting, retention, and team-building activities
- Prioritize work to deliver excellent client service
- Performs other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required.
- Public accounting experience required
- Three to five years of experience preferred
- CPA or eligibility for CPA - highly desired
- Excellent technical skills
- Proven attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to work independently
- Ability to communicate to all levels of employees and clients
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Established decision-making skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook including data manipulation
WHY WORK FOR US:
At AGH, you will find an environment where good work is rewarded, and growth is valued. AGH offers competitive wages to qualified individuals and the opportunity to grow professionally and personally through diverse work experience and formal training. Our top five people initiatives are:
- A challenging variety of work in a continuous learning environment
- Career/life integration
- Flexible work environment with great opportunity for advancement
- Ability to make a difference with clients and influence the AGH culture
- Individualized career pathing
