Tax Accountant

Addition Management; Plainsboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A growing CPA firm in New Jersey seeks a Tax Accountant to manage and prepare tax returns for various entities. The role requires a strong background in tax laws and client communication, offering competitive annual compensation. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and be proficient in tax software.

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of experience in public accounting with a focus on tax preparation.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws.
• Proficiency in tax preparation software and EA, CPA or working towards CPA.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns.
• Conduct tax research and provide proactive tax advice.
• Assist with tax audits and represent clients before tax authorities.

Skills

Tax Preparation

Tax Research

Client Communication

Time Management

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Finance or related field

Tools

Tax Preparation Software

Tax Research Databases

Job description

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Base pay range

$80,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr

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Growing CPA Firm is seeking a Tax Accountant to join their team!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, and trusts.
• Conduct tax research and stay up to date on changes in tax laws and regulations.
• Assist with tax planning and provide proactive tax advice to clients.
• Respond to client inquiries and resolve tax-related issues.
• Maintain accurate and organized client records.
• Assist with tax audits and represent clients before tax authorities.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure timely and accurate completion of client projects.
• Participate in professional development activities to enhance tax knowledge and skills.
• Utilize tax software and other relevant technology efficiently.
• Prepare and record journal entries for various transactions.
• Reconcile bank statements, credit card statements, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Assist with the month-end and year-end close processes, including preparing financial statements.
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements and other accounting tasks as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1-4 years of experience in public accounting, with a focus on tax preparation and planning.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in tax preparation software.
• EA, CPA or working towards CPA certification preferred.
• Experience with specific industry tax regulations.
• Experience with tax planning for high-net-worth individuals or complex business structures.
• Advanced knowledge of tax research databases (e.g., Checkpoint, RIA).

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Accounting

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