What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Tax Associate position at PKFOD?
If you genuinely enjoy the challenge and diversity of public accounting, then we look forward to hearing from you! We are currently seeking a Senior Tax Associate who is career minded, committed professionally, and who is seeking a challenging work environment.
We offer competitive salary commensurate with experience as well as an excellent benefits package including health, dental, life, long-term-disability insurance, 401(k), paid time off, professional growth opportunities, and a friendly, energetic and collaborative office environment. We value quality of life, work-life balance and are committed to our community in the heart of the Delaware Valley.
Essential Duties:
- Prepare tax returns ranging from individual, corporate, partnership.
- Review tax returns and projects of Tax Associates and Interns while gaining increasing responsibility with the review process.
- Work closely with partners, managers, and clients to satisfy the needs with planning and tax compliance.
- Respond to inquiries from the IRS and other tax authorities.
- Remain up to date on current tax practices and changes in tax law.
- Prepare research memoranda, written correspondence/guidance, and other documents.
- Develop, motivate, and train staff.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited college/university required.
- MST degree a plus.
- 3 years progressive tax experience in public accounting required.
- Active CPA license or EA designation a plus.
- Strong tax preparer with proven knowledge of pass-through entity taxation and proficient in preparing all types of returns – e.g., individual, corporate, partnership.
- Strong accounting, tax, and analytical skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Ability to juggle priorities in a fast-paced environment and to supervise staff and interns on multiple engagements.
- Performing, documenting, summarizing, and reviewing research conclusions regarding specific tax issues.
- Proficient with computer software packages and platforms including Microsoft Office Suite and tax software (Thomas Reuters Creative Solutions software proficiency a plus).
We are interested in all qualified candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor work visas.
PKF O’Connor Davies TalentConnect (“PKFOD TalentConnect”) is an equal opportunity employer. PKFOD TalentConnect is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all persons in connection with hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation or other conditions of the employment relationship regardless of race, color, age, sex, marital status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, philosophy/religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, political affiliation or belief, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
To all staffing agencies: PKF O’Connor Davies TalentConnect (“PKFOD TalentConnect”) will not be utilizing agencies to staff this position. Please be advised, PKFOD TalentConnect is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. All unsolicited resumes will become the property of PKFOD TalentConnect.
