Senior Tax Associate

Doeren hew; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Doeren Mayhew in Birmingham, AL is looking for a Senior Tax Associate to prepare various tax returns across multiple client industries. This role allows you to demonstrate advanced technical skills and mentor less experienced associates.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Accounting and at least 3 years of experience, with excellent communication skills and the ability to adapt to new technologies. Doeren Mayhew values client relationships and provides a strong support system for career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in domestic tax at public accounting firm.
• CPA License preferred but not required.
• Ability to manage people with differing personalities.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of various tax returns including individuals, C-Corp, and S-Corp.
• Review the work of less experienced associates and provide guidance.
• Build strong client relationships and ensure client needs are being met.

Skills

Advanced technical aptitude of taxation

Analytical and decision-making skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Leadership qualities

Ability to manage multiple projects/clients

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

CCH Axcess

Job description

Senior Tax Associate (Birmingham, AL)

Doeren Mayhew is seeking a Senior Tax Associate to join our Birmingham, AL office. Our associates have the opportunity to work with a variety of clients in industries such as manufacturing, construction, dealership, real estate, wholesale and distribution, retail and more. Doeren Mayhew offers a diversified experience in public accounting, providing our employees with many opportunities to grow, develop and advance within their careers.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of various tax returns including individuals, C-Corp, S-Corp, partnerships, trust, estate, etc. for clients in a variety of industries
• Demonstrate advanced technical aptitude of taxation and handle complex returns and projects with confidence
• Utilize analytical and decision‑making skills to solve complex technical issues
• Review the work of less experienced associates and provide guidance/mentorship to assist them in developing technical skills
• Build strong client relationships and ensure client needs are being met
• Maintain timely and accurate communication with team and clients to manage expectations, deadlines, and deliverables
• Ability to train new employees on firm technology, processes and procedures
• Present new ideas and improvements for ways of performing tasks in order to achieve firm and departmental goals
• Seek opportunities to participate in practice development to build network of referral sources

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• CPA License preferred but not required
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in domestic tax at public accounting firm
• Ability to manage people with differing personalities to meet the needs of the firm and clients
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and ability to train interns and associates
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently, but also in a team environment
• Ability to adapt quickly to new technology platforms
• Ability to manage multiple projects/clients and deadlines
• CCH Axcess software experience is a plus

Doeren Mayhew is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or any other status protected by law.