What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Tax Associate - R&D position at Insite US?
We are partnered with a leading West Coast accounting and consulting firm. They blend diverse practices and industry expertise to maintain their position as a market leader. Our commitment to excellence extends to employee development through initiatives like training programmes, while staying at the forefront of technological innovation and client service.
They are seeking a Senior Tax Associate who will work primarily in the R&D tax credit services team but may also serve the Specialty Tax Services group in other capacities.
The prospective employee must possess foundational technical knowledge in areas including, but not limited to:
* Federal taxation and tax compliance
* Federal and State R&D Tax Credits
Senior Specialty Tax associates are given a wide variety of diversified tax assignments under the supervision of different professionals and are responsible for the support of a full range of tax planning, consulting, and compliance services to clients.
Responsibilities
- Assist with engagements, which includes planning, executing, directing, and completing tax projects and managing to budget within a given timeline.
- Deliver R&D Tax Credit services including tax form preparation and review, tax research, preparation of technical memorandums, and drafting client correspondence.
- Respond to inquiries from the IRS and other tax authorities.
- Preparation and review of R&D tax credit calculations; client communication including conduct of technical interviews; tax form review and preparation; support in planning, consulting, and compliance; developing and supervising staff; and assisting in client management and practice development activities.
Qualifications
- 2 to 4 years proven work experience public accounting or similar at an R&D tax credit consultancy.
- Bachelor's degree, usually in accounting, or master's degree in accounting
- Either hold a current and valid CPA's license or be working toward obtaining the license by taking and passing the applicable state CPA exam.
- Broad exposure to multistate credits and incentives, ideally Research and Development tax credits.
- Foundational knowledge of US GAAP and general accounting principles, tax compliance including entity and individual returns, and tax research.
Salary Range : 79000 - 90000 USD / year
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
- Annual bonuses
- Team building activities
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching.
- Flexible work hours and the option for remote work.
- Generous paid time off and holidays.
- Professional development opportunities and support for continuing education.
