Corporate Tax Experienced Senior Associate - Provisions

Grant Thornton (US); New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 101,200 - 129,030; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton (US) is seeking a Corporate Tax Sr. Associate to join their team in New York City. This role involves overseeing tax projects, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring compliance with tax regulations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and 2-4 years of tax experience, with a preference for CPA certification. The position offers a hybrid work model and a competitive salary range of $101,200 to $129,030. Join a dynamic team committed to professional development and high professional standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum two to four years of progressive tax compliance and/or tax consulting experience.
• ASC 740 income tax accounting strongly preferred.
• CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Running client engagements from start to finish, including planning and executing tax projects.
• Supervising, training, and mentoring associates and interns on tax projects.
• Conducting primary review and preparing of ASC 740 income tax provision engagements.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

Grant Thornton is seeking a Corporate Tax Sr. Associate to join our team in Manhattan, NY. Additional approved locations are Melville, NY and Iselin, NJ.

About the Role

The Corporate Tax Senior Associate will work on business income tax planning, corporate compliance, and ASC 740 income tax accounting projects. You’ll collaborate with other team members and specialists across the firm.

Responsibilities

• Running client engagements from start to finish, including planning, executing, directing, and completing tax projects and managing to budget
• Supervising, training, and mentoring associates and interns on tax projects and assessing performance of staff for engagement reviews; performing in‑charge role as needed
• Reviewing tax returns prepared by staff and making recommendations on return preparation regarding accuracy and tax savings opportunities, gaining increasing responsibility in the review process
• Conducting primary review and preparing of ASC 740 income tax provision engagements
• Researching and consulting on various tax matters; utilizing tax‑related software to prepare and process returns
• Responding to inquiries from the IRS, State, and other tax authorities
• Maintaining a good working relationship with clients and working effectively with client management and staff at all levels to gather information and perform tax services
• Gaining an understanding of client operations, processes, and business objectives, and utilizing that knowledge on engagements
• Attending professional development and training sessions on a regular basis
• Adhering to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality
• Other duties as assigned
  • Hybrid work model: in‑person attendance at least three days per week at a GT office or client site

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Minimum two to four years of progressive tax compliance and/or tax consulting experience; ASC 740 income tax accounting strongly preferred
• CPA preferred
• Experience in public accounting is a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong teamwork and analytical skills with attention to detail
• Can travel as needed

Salary

The base salary range for this position is between $101,200 and $129,030.

Benefits

Grant Thornton offers a comprehensive benefits package. For a full overview of benefit offerings, visit https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits.

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