Tax Accountant

redShift Recruiting LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

redShift Recruiting LLC is looking for a detail-oriented Tax Accountant to join a client’s finance team in New York. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing tax returns and ensuring compliance with tax laws while providing strategic tax planning advice to minimize liabilities.

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and at least 2 years of experience in Tax Accounting. Strong analytical skills and communication abilities are essential for this role, along with proficiency in tax preparation software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in Tax Accounting or a similar role.
• CPA designation or progress towards obtaining CPA certification is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals and businesses.
• Ensure compliance with all tax regulations and laws.
• Identify tax-saving opportunities and provide strategic tax planning advice.
• Communicate with clients to gather necessary financial information.
• Organize and maintain financial records for clients.
• Keep track of deadlines and timely submissions.
• Utilize tax preparation software to enhance accuracy.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Tools

Tax preparation software

Job description

• This is a full-time role for one of our clients!
• LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY!

Job Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Tax Accountant to join our client’s finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing and filing tax returns, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws, and providing strategic tax planning advice to minimize tax liabilities for our clients

Key Responsibilities

• s:Prepare Tax Returns: Accurately prepare and file federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals and businesse
• s.Compliance: Ensure compliance with all tax regulations and laws, staying updated on changes in tax legislatio
• n.Tax Planning: Identify tax-saving opportunities and provide strategic advice to clients regarding tax planning and complianc
• e.Client Interaction: Communicate with clients to gather necessary financial information and answer any tax-related question
• s.Record Keeping: Organize and maintain financial records and documentation for client
• s.Deadline Management: Keep track of deadlines and deliverables for multiple clients, ensuring timely submission of tax return
• s.Software Proficiency: Utilize tax preparation and bookkeeping software to streamline processes and improve accurac

Qualifications

• ns:Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related fie
• ld.Experience: 2+ years of experience in Tax Accounting or a similar ro
• le.Certifications: CPA designation or progress towards obtaining CPA certification is a pl
• us.Skills: Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate financial information clear