Senior Tax Accountant

Senior Tax Accountant – Deerfield, IL CPA Firm

More than anything, we value our people and our clients. As one of the top firms in the nation, we have extensive resources available to help you maximize your talent and achieve your goals. Our priority on people has led to an environment that encourages health & wellness and work-life balance. We offer flexible work schedules including less than full-time options. We have a positive atmosphere because we treat our people well. That translates into exceptional service for, and solid relationships with our clients.

Senior Tax Accountant Responsibilities

• Prepare and begin reviewing tax returns for Mid-Sized Private Companies in multiple industries, Investment Entities, High Net-Worth Individuals, Fiduciary Entities, and Non-Profits.
• Assist with Tax Planning and Projections.
• Conduct tax research & prepare accurate work papers.
• Respond to tax authority notices independently.
• Make journal entries for year-end close including bank reconciliations.
• Generating trial balance & financial statements.
• Analyze current and prior year General Ledger, Cash book, Journal.
• Discuss with client year-end adjustments to be included.
• Handle routine client questions, and work with clients to obtain necessary information for financials and tax return completion.
• Communicate client service improvement and business growth opportunity ideas to management.
• Assist with training & support of junior tax accountants.
• MUST HAVE 2+ years Current CPA Firm experience.
• CPA earned or in-progress.
• Bachelor’s required, Master's in Tax or Accounting preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines and budgets.
• Perform complex financial analysis.

Desired Soft Skills

• Integrity, Intellectual Strength & Agility.
• History of being a passionate learner who welcomes skill-stretching opportunities.
• Bring an Entrepreneurial point of view to the Tax Accountant role.
• Are an energized professional - seeking greater responsibilities and more autonomy with clients.
• Have the passion & curiosity to look through the financials into the business, to identify potential opportunities for client gain.
• Are engaging & thrive building relationships internally and externally.

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