Senior Tax Accountant

Sterling Freeman; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading CPA firm in Honolulu is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to prepare and review tax returns, assist with tax planning, and support junior accountants. Candidates must have at least 2 years of CPA firm experience and a Bachelor's degree. This role offers a professional development path and a chance to directly engage with clients and partners.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Current CPA Firm experience required.
• CPA earned or in-progress.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review tax returns for various entities.
• Conduct tax research & prepare accurate work papers.
• Assist with training & support of junior tax accountants.

Skills

Current CPA Firm experience

Tax Planning

Financial analysis

Integrity

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s in Tax or Accounting preferred

Job description

Overview

More than just tax accountants, we serve as trusted advisors for our sophisticated clientele. At this firm, you work directly with Partners and directly with clients. Our office and technology are best in class. Our Partners, Managers and Staff are among the most sought after in Southern California because of their expertise, integrity and client recommendations. Whether you wish to pursue a Management Role or Partner Track, we will support you with the full professional development resources and mentoring you need to succeed. Just like we help our clients achieve their goals, we help you achieve yours.

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, Cashbook, 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 in 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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