What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Tax Associate position at Armstrong Backus & Co LLP?
We are currently looking for talented individuals who want to experience the personal challenge of working for a leader in the industry. In the Senior Tax Associate position, you will provide clients with financial information, prepare tax returns, analyze information and options, prepare general ledger entries, and more. This position will involve significant interaction with clients, practice development, involvement in management decisions and exposure to technical issues that will challenge your abilities.
The Senior Tax Associate manages the entire client process including planning, performing the engagement, and concluding the project. In addition, the Senior Tax Associate assists in scheduling assignments, supervising staff, mentoring, and reviewing work of staff level associates.
The Senior Tax Associate is exposed to a variety of opportunities, clients, and engagements. There is significant opportunity for advancement in this role.
Qualifications:
This position requires a person who enjoys working in a team environment and serving clients, and who is looking for advancement opportunities. The ideal candidate will be confident, self-directed, articulate, and goal oriented. In addition, they will enjoy challenges, be able to delegate and to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
A Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field with 150 credit hours or Master’s Degree in accounting is required. Additionally, this position requires a CPA or CPA eligible candidate in the process of obtaining certification and a minimum of three years tax experience.
- Skilled at using Microsoft software
- Ability to meet aggressive deadlines and juggle multiple priorities
- Demonstrates strong work ethic
- Uses time productively to accomplish challenging work goals
- Proficient in Windows environments
- Manages times effectively and prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines
- Pays attention to detail; approaches work in a meticulous and thorough manner
- Pursuit of CPA certification
- Ability to communicate and build relationships with clients and business partners
- Project and team management
- Familiarity with Accounting and Tax Preparation Software
