Senior Tax Associate

Ellin-; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Life insurance

401(k) Profit-Sharing Plan

Parking

Job summary

Ellin & Tucker, a well-established Maryland accounting and consulting firm, seeks a Senior Tax Associate to lead client engagements from planning through completion. You will supervise staff, ensure accurate tax returns, and advise on tax savings opportunities while engaging with clients directly to understand their needs.

The role offers mentoring from seasoned CPAs, opportunities to grow in tax, accounting, and consulting, and a people-first culture with strong support for ongoing CPE and

Qualifications

• Two years or more of tax and client consulting experience.
• CPA or parts of the CPA exam passed is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Ability to supervise other tax staff and lead client tax projects.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned client tax engagements from start to finish, including engagement planning, directing, completion of assigned tax projects, and managing the assigned projects to budget.
• Supervise, train, and mentor other tax associates and interns on assigned tax projects, and assess the performance of tax staff associates for engagement reviews.
• Review client tax returns completed by assigned tax staff and make necessary recommendations on tax return preparation regarding accuracy and applicable tax savings opportunities.
• Gain a continuous level of increased compliance responsibility in the review process.
• Prepare client tax returns for the more complex individual, trust, partnership, corporate and foreign tax clients.
• Research and consult with management on various client-related tax matters.
• Respond to inquiries from the IRS and other tax authorities in a timely manner.
• Develop and edit correspondence and other client deliverables as needed.
• Participate in networking and business development activities on behalf of the firm.

Skills

Tax return prep

Client consulting

Staff leadership

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

CPA exam in progress

Job description

Salary Range: $85,000.00 To $110,000.00 Annually

For over 80 years, Ellin & Tucker has helped shape the success of the region's most influential privately held businesses, their families, and not-for-profit organizations. As a leading Mid-Atlantic accounting and consulting firm, we blend fresh ideas with deep-rooted experience, all of which is built on relationships, trust, and a people-first culture that values every voice. We are currently seeking a service-oriented and self-motivated individual to join our team as a Senior Tax Associate.

As a member of the Ellin & Tucker tax team, you will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with other tax professionals in delivering the highest quality service to our clients and you will interact directly with our clients on a regular basis to better understand and serve their needs.

You will also be given the tools to grow and develop your career with support and mentoring from more experienced Certified Public Accountants in the accounting, auditing, and tax areas of Ellin & Tucker, as well as through your regular participation in internal and external Continuing Professional Education (CPE) programs. Our ideal candidate should have two years or more of public tax accounting experience.

What You'll Do:

• Lead assigned client tax engagements from start to finish, including engagement planning, directing, completion of assigned tax projects, and managing the assigned projects to budget
• Supervise, train, and mentor other tax associates and interns on assigned tax projects, and assess the performance of tax staff associates for engagement reviews
• Review client tax returns completed by assigned tax staff and make necessary recommendations on tax return preparation regarding accuracy and applicable tax savings opportunities
• Gain a continuous level of increased compliance responsibility in the review process.
• Prepare client tax returns for the more complex individual, trust, partnership, corporate and foreign tax clients
• Research and consult with management on various client-related tax matters
• Respond to inquiries from the IRS and other tax authorities in a timely manner
• Develop and edit correspondence and other client deliverables as needed
• Participate in networking and business development activities on behalf of the firm

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree with a concentration in Accounting or other related field
• Two years or more of tax and client consulting experience
• CPA or parts of the CPA exam passed is preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Previous tax return preparation experience is required
• Ability to supervise other tax staff and lead client tax projects
• Ability to consistently exercise good judgment in dealing with a variety of situations and issues

What You'll Gain:

We take pride in supporting our team the same way we support our clients with commitment, trust, and care. Here's what we offer:

• Annual Compensation: $85,000 - $110,000 per year
• Medical: 100% employer-paid health insurance premium
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and company paid holidays
• Term life and disability insurance
• 401(k) Profit-Sharing Plan with a Roth Option
• Firm provided parking

Ellin & Tucker is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.