Senior Tax Associate
Rose, Snyder & Jacobs LLP
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- 3-5+ years of public accounting experience, preferably in a mid-sized firm.
- CPA or EA license or actively pursuing licensure.
- Strong knowledge of Federal and California tax law.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and review complex tax returns for various entities.
- Conduct tax research and summarize findings using authoritative sources.
- Collaborate with managers on tax planning and compliance strategy.
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Encino Office | On‑Site or Hybrid (In Office through April 15th, Then 3 Days Per Week On‑Site May Be Considered)
Our response time may be delayed before January 5th, but we will be reviewing all applications.
Rose, Snyder & Jacobs LLP is hiring a Tax Senior Associate with 3‑5+ years of experience for our Core Tax Group. This role offers the opportunity to work with sophisticated clients, deepen your technical expertise, and advance toward leadership.
Rose, Snyder & Jacobs LLP is an independently owned, full‑service transdisciplinary tax and accounting firm. We have three divisions: Tax, Audit, and Financial and Accounting Services. We pride ourselves on doing exceptional work for our sophisticated clients in a supportive, team‑centered environment. While we work hard and deliver outstanding service, we are equally committed to work‑life balance and long‑term employee growth.
You are a personable, detail‑oriented professional with a strong foundation in public accounting and a passion for tax. You have experience preparing and reviewing complex tax returns and are eager to grow your technical expertise, lead engagements, and mentor junior staff. You are committed to responsiveness, accountability, and delivering high‑quality work. Whether your long‑term goals include technical specialization, client service, leadership, or business development, RSJ will support your growth and help you build a fulfilling career.
- Prepare and review complex tax returns for individuals, trusts, partnerships, S‑Corps, and C‑Corps
- Conduct tax research and summarize findings using authoritative sources
- Collaborate with managers on tax planning, modeling, and compliance strategy
- Ensure timely, accurate, and high‑quality deliverables that meet RSJ standards
- Assist with IRS and state tax notices, including direct communication with agencies
- Participate in client meetings and serve as a day‑to‑day contact on engagements
- Supervise and review the work of Associates and Interns
- Provide coaching, training, and feedback to junior team members
- Lead smaller engagements, manage workflow, and support team success
- Identify workflow inefficiencies and recommend improvements
- Contribute to internal committees and firm‑wide initiatives
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (Master’s in Taxation preferred)
- 3‑5+ years of public accounting experience (mid‑sized firm experience preferred)
- CPA or EA license, or actively pursuing licensure (required for promotion to Manager)
- Strong knowledge of Federal and California tax law for individuals and businesses
- Experience with flow‑through entities, S corporations, and C corporations
- Proficiency in CCH ProSystem fx or CCH Axcess, Microsoft Excel, and XCM
- Excellent communication, organization, and time‑management skills
- Salary range: $85,000 to $105,000 (commensurate with experience)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
- Health Savings Account: Firm contributes $1,300 annually (accrues monthly) if enrolled in medical insurance coverage with the firm
- 125 Plan
- 401(k): 25% match of employee contributions after one year of service
- Paid time off: 20 days annually (accrued monthly) plus full week off for Thanksgiving
- Life insurance
- Employee referral bonus program
- Free parking
- On‑site lunch provided twice a week during non‑busy season; lunch and dinner during busy season
Billable Hour Requirement: 1500 - 1600 annual billable hour target
Busy Season Expectation: 55‑hour weeks for a limited number of weeks
This position requires in‑office presence through your first busy season. After that, the role may transition to a hybrid schedule with three days per week in the Encino office or stay fully on‑site. We provide the tools and support needed to stay productive and connected, whether in the office or working remotely.
Please submit your resume and a brief introduction letter to rhadinger@rsjcpa.com. Let us know how your skills and experience align with this position. If there is something on your resume we might miss, highlight it in your letter. We want to understand your full potential. Please also include details on the types of clients you have worked with, including industries, entity types, and complexity.
No phone calls, please.
Associate
Full‑time
Accounting/Auditing
Accounting
- Medical insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
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