Tax Accountant

CPS Inc; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CPS Inc is seeking a driven Tax Accountant / Tax Associate to help clients in the private equity and hedge fund sectors. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in tax preparation and a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. This remote opportunity offers the chance to take your career to new heights while working closely with experienced recruiters who understand your professional goals.

Qualifications

• Private equity and hedge fund tax experience required.
• Experience with individual tax returns for high-net-worth clients is a plus.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft applications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tax returns for private equity and hedge fund clients.

Skills

Private equity tax experience

Hedge fund tax experience

QuickBooks

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

CPA Certification

Tools

CCH Pro System FX

Job description

Job Description

Accounting Professional, are you ready to take your career to another level with an organization that will prioritize your interests? For the past 20 years, CPS has been working with the largest employers, specifically for their accounting and finance needs. We work strategically with our clients to find and match the best accounting and finance professionals to help improve their business.

At CPS, Inc, we only work with our clients to directly place quality talent for permanent and full-time positions. Our experienced recruiters spend time understanding your preferences, including the type of work, company culture, and your career goals. We leverage our knowledge of client companies to find the right match for you. If you're looking to build your career, take on new challenges, and gain valuable experience, we want to work with you!

Tax Accountant / Tax Associate

Will prepare tax returns for private equity and hedge fund clients.

Job Requirements

• Must have private equity tax and hedge fund tax experience
• Experience with CCH Pro System FX preferred and/or strong QuickBooks skills a plus
• Experience with individual tax returns for high-net-worth clients is a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required
• CPA Certification a plus
• This is a remote position but not available to NY, NJ, and CA residents