Entry Level 2027 | Tax Staff | Providence

Citrin Cooperman; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible work-life balance

Job summary

Citrin Cooperman is seeking a Staff in the Commercial Tax Services department in Providence, RI. You will prepare federal and state tax returns and extensions for varied clients, organize tax information, and assist with notices and examinations.

The role requires at least 2 years in public accounting, with CPA eligibility preferred, and strong communication, analytical and multi-tasking abilities. Collaborative teamwork and ongoing professional development are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s in taxation preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in public accounting.
• Knowledge of federal and state tax laws – corporate, individual, trust, gifts, and partnership taxation.
• CPA eligibility preferred.
• Apply basic accounting principles to engagements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly motivated and able to work individually and in a team setting.
• Outstanding analytical, organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Knowledge of CCH Axcess, Sureprep, XCM and Caseware is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepares federal and state tax returns, extensions, and quarterly projections for various clients (C-Corp, S-Corp, Partnership, Individual).
• Organizing tax information and assisting with tax notices and examinations.
• Assisting with tax audits, perform light research projects and monitor and review financial information.
• Communicate with Senior and/or Manager on work status and client issues that arise.
• Collaborating with other tax professionals within the firm to knowledge share and ensure deliverables are completed with quality and professional excellence.
• Participating in training programs and professional development activities to enhance technical knowledge and develop industry-specific expertise.

Skills

Tax returns

Public accounting

Communication

Analytical

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's in taxation

Tools

CCH Axcess

Sureprep

XCM

Caseware

Job description

Citrin Cooperman offers a dynamic work environment, fostering professional growth and collaboration. We’re continuously seeking talented individuals who bring fresh perspectives, a problem-solving mindset, and sharp technical expertise. We know you have choices, so our team of collaborative, innovative professionals are at the ready to support your professional development. At Citrin Cooperman, we offer competitive compensation and benefits and most importantly, the flexibility to manage your personal and professional life to focus on what matters most to you!We are seeking a Staff in the Commercial Tax Services (CTS) Department. As a CTS Staff, you will be responsible for:Prepares federal and state tax returns, extensions, and quarterly projections for various clients (C-Corp, S-Corp, Partnership, Individual)Organizing tax information and assisting with tax notices and examinationsAssisting with tax audits, perform light research projects and monitor and review financial informationCommunicate with Senior and/or Manager on work status and client issues that arise.Collaborating with other tax professionals within the firm to knowledge share and ensure deliverables are completed with quality and professional excellence.Participating in training programs and professional development activities to enhance technical knowledge and develop industry-specific expertise.Bachelor’s degree required; master’s in taxation preferredMinimum of 2 years of experience in public accountingPossess general knowledge of federal and state tax laws – corporate, individual, trust, gifts, and partnership taxationCPA eligibility preferredBe able to apply basic accounting principles to engagementsHave excellent written and verbal communication skillsBe highly motivated and able to work individually and in a team settingHave outstanding analytical, organizational and project management skillsHave the ability to multi-taskKnowledge of CCH Axcess, Sureprep, XCM and Caseware is a plus