Staff Tax Accountant, Public Accounting & Tax Returns
Overview
You'll prepare federal and state income tax returns for corporations, S-Corps, partnerships, trusts, and individuals at an established South Florida firm. You'll research tax issues, support client tax planning, and communicate directly with clients on filings and deadlines. You'll join a team of professionals in a complex environment that demands adaptability. This role stands out for its flexible schedule and fully paid employee medical insurance.
What You'll Do8
- 1Prepare federal and state income tax returns for Corporations, S-Corporations, Partnerships & LLCs, Trusts, and Individuals using ProSystem fx Tax and ProSystem Engagement.
- 2Research and resolve tax issues for business, individual, and trust & estate clients using CCH Intelliconnect.
- 3Communicate with clients regarding tax return information requests, filing deadlines, and project status.
- 4Support client tax planning initiatives and contribute to special projects across the firm.
- 5Develop and maintain strong client relationships, aiming to exceed their expectations.
- 6Multi-task and prioritize workload to meet heavy deadlines from January 15 to April 15 and August 15 to October 15.
- 7Collaborate with team members as an active participant, sharing knowledge and assisting on complex returns.
- 8Write clear and concise business correspondence for clients and internal documentation.
Requirements8
- 13+ years of tax and accounting experience in a public accounting firm.
- 2Bachelor's Degree in Accounting.
- 3Proven ability to prepare federal and state income tax returns for various entities including Corporations, S-Corporations, Partnerships, Trusts, and Individuals.
- 4Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
- 5Experience with QuickBooks, ProSystem Engagement, ProSystem fx Tax, and CCH Intelliconnect (preferred).
- 6Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
- 7Spanish proficiency is a plus.
- 8Willingness to work occasional overtime, with heavy overtime (50+ hours/week) during tax seasons.
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