Entry Level Full Time 2027 | Tax Staff | Long Island (50787)

Citrin Cooperman; Jericho (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Citrin Cooperman in Jericho, NY is seeking a Staff in the Commercial Tax Services (CTS) Department. You will prepare federal and state tax returns, extensions, and quarterly projections for various clients (C-Corp, S-Corp, Partnership, Individual) and organize tax information to assist with notices and examinations.

You will assist with tax audits, perform light research, monitor financial information, and communicate with Senior/Manager on work status.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s in taxation preferred.
• Possess general knowledge of federal and state tax laws – corporate, individual, trust, gifts, and partnership taxation.
• CPA eligibility preferred.
• Be able to apply basic accounting principles to engagements.
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Be highly motivated and able to work individually and in a team setting.
• Have outstanding analytical, organizational and project management skills.
• Have the 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

Communication

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's in taxation (preferred)

CPA eligibility preferred

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!

Responsibilities

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 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s in taxation preferred
• Possess general knowledge of federal and state tax laws – corporate, individual, trust, gifts, and partnership taxation
• CPA eligibility preferred
• Be able to apply basic accounting principles to engagements
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Be highly motivated and able to work individually and in a team setting
• Have outstanding analytical, organizational and project management skills
• Have the ability to multi-task
• Knowledge of CCH Axcess, Sureprep, XCM and Caseware is a plus