Senior Tax Associate - Complex Returns & Client Impact

Carr, Riggs & Ingram; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

21 PTO days

9 paid holidays

Health, dental & vision insurance

Job summary

Carr, Riggs & Ingram is seeking a Senior Associate, Tax in the United States to prepare complex tax returns and assist clients with planning. This role emphasizes quality work, deadlines, and client service within a supportive team.

The position requires CPA eligibility or CPA certification and at least 3+ years of public accounting experience, with excellent communication skills and the ability to work under pressure. A collaborative firm culture and ongoing training are highlighted.

Qualifications

• CPA eligible or CPA certification preferred.
• 3+ years of public accounting experience.
• Excellent oral/written communication skills.
• Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure.
• Ability to prioritize a heavy work load and remain organized.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of complex tax returns (individual, corporate and partnership returns)
• Ability to analyze tax issues and come to conclusions.
• Prepare quarterly and year-end estimates to assist clients with tax planning
• Perform diversified accounting, auditing and tax assignments under the direction of a supervisor, manager or partner
• Demonstrate competency in technical skills, work quality and application of professional and firm standards
• Meet time constraints and client deadlines
• Possess technical knowledge sufficient to assist staff associates
• Begin acquiring the skills necessary to develop quality client relationship and loyalty
• Participate in firm training courses to further develop technical skills
• Provide excellent client service by producing quality work, quick turnaround and attentive service
• Become proficient at tax research including a knowledge of the reference sources available to the firm

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Under pressure

Time management

Education

CPA certification

Eligible to sit for CPA exam

Job description

Carr, Riggs & Ingram is seeking a Senior Associate, Tax in the United States to prepare complex tax returns and assist clients with planning. This role emphasizes quality work, deadlines, and client service within a supportive team.

The position requires CPA eligibility or CPA certification and at least 3+ years of public accounting experience, with excellent communication skills and the ability to work under pressure. A collaborative firm culture and ongoing training are highlighted.