Tax Accountant

McGuireWoods LLP; Richmond (VA); Híbrido; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid remote option

Descripción de la vacante

McGuireWoods LLP in Richmond, VA is seeking an experienced Tax Accountant to support multi-state tax compliance and research initiatives. You will prepare federal and state income tax returns, support partnership and trust tax work, and collaborate with other departments to improve processes in a hybrid work environment.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of multistate tax experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency with tax software and Harvey AI tools to streamline routine tasks.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance with professional tax experience.
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare federal income tax returns and partner K-1s.
• Prepare state income tax returns and estimated payments.
• Prepare state/local filings including sales/use tax and business filings.
• Perform monthly bookkeeping and general ledger reconciliations.
• Assist with partnership and trust income tax work.
• Collaborate across departments to improve processes and document procedures.
• Support special tax compliance projects as needed.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Educación

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CPA candidate preferred

Herramientas

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Tax return software

Harvey AI tool

Descripción del empleo

Overview

McGuireWoods is seeking an experienced Tax Accountant to join our team in the Richmond, VA office. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and organized, with 2+ years of multistate tax experience, particularly in preparing state income tax returns. This role supports the firm's tax compliance efforts, special projects, and research initiatives.

Overview

McGuireWoods is seeking an experienced Tax Accountant to join our team in the Richmond, VA office. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and organized, with 2+ years of multistate tax experience, particularly in preparing state income tax returns. This role supports the firm's tax compliance efforts, special projects, and research initiatives. McGuireWoods, one of the world's leading law firms, has provided legal solutions to corporate, individual and nonprofit clients since 1834. Along with excellent benefits, McGuireWoods offers most employees a hybrid remote option allowing flexibility and work-life balance. Our Applicant Disclosures describe your rights. Our Privacy Statement describes how we will process and safeguard your personal data.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing federal income tax returns and partner K-1s.
• Prepare state income tax returns and quarterly estimated state income tax payments.
• Prepare state and local tax filings, including sales/use tax returns, business personal property filings, and business license returns.
• Perform monthly bookkeeping, cash reconciliations, and general ledger account reconciliations.
• Assist with income tax preparation for firm-related partnership and trust entities.
• Build working relationships with other accounting departments and groups to resolve issues, improve business processes, and document procedures.
• Support other tax compliance matters and special projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, with professional tax experience.
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience with tax return preparation software for federal and state income tax returns.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with a customer service mindset.
• Highly organized, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively under tight deadlines.
• Willingness and desire to work with innovative technology platforms - our employees also have access to Harvey, a legal-specific AI tool that reduces time spent on routine tasks, allowing you to focus on more meaningful, high-impact work.