What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tax Accountant position at Tekcogno?
Position Name - Senior Tax Accountant
Duration – Full Time/Direct Hire
Tax software: Lacerte
Location: Merrillville, IN (workplace type is On-site)
Type of work: 98% corporate tax/accounting/personal tax/accounting, very minimal audit/reviews
CPA license or Enrolled Agent designation PREFERRED
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and review complex individual and business tax returns, including federal, state, and local taxes.
- Manage multiple client accounts, ensuring all tax filings are completed accurately and timely.
- Communicate with clients to gather necessary information, address concerns, and provide expert tax advice.
- Identify tax planning opportunities and recommend strategies to clients to minimize tax liabilities.
- Perform thorough tax research and analysis on various tax issues.
- Stay current with changes in tax laws and regulations to ensure compliance and to optimize tax strategies.
- Cooperate and collaborate with other team members to provide superior and comprehensive client service.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
- CPA license or Enrolled Agent designation preferred.
- Current PTIN and ability to sign returns as the preparer.
- Relevant work experience including at least 5 tax seasons, with at least 2 years in a senior role.
- Strong work ethic and attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, etc.).
- Strong understanding of tax codes and regulations.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Salary : $70,000 - $110,000