Tax Associate

Kassouf; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kassouf & Co. seeks a tax professional to join our team in Birmingham, AL. You will engage in hands-on learning, build essential tax skills, and contribute to client-focused planning and compliance initiatives.

The role emphasizes collaboration, accuracy, and ongoing professional development in a fast-paced environment with opportunities for growth within the firm.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Accounting from an accredited college/university.
• CPA license or actively pursuing CPA certification.

Responsibilities

• GL accounting and account reconciliation.
• Prepare federal and state income tax returns.
• Collaborate with team on tax planning, consulting and compliance.
• Research tax issues and provide planning and consulting.
• Prepare correspondence to tax authorities.
• Support managers and partners on client management and delivery of tax services.
• Identify opportunities to expand services with existing clients.
• Stay updated on developments in tax guidance.
• Assist with tax authority examinations.
• Understand and manage firm risk on tax services.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Professional skepticism

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Accounting principles

Accounting software

Education

Accounting degree (BA/BS)

CPA licensure or active pursuit

Tools

Accounting software

Adobe

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Summary Description Of The Position

Kassouf & Co. seeks a talented and critical-thinking individual to join our tax team. You will be a part of our fast-paced, hands-on learning environment where you will gain a solid skill set that will help advance your career in accounting. As you grow with the firm, ongoing opportunities and increased responsibilities will be given and expected.

Summary Description Of The Position

Kassouf & Co. seeks a talented and critical-thinking individual to join our tax team. You will be a part of our fast-paced, hands-on learning environment where you will gain a solid skill set that will help advance your career in accounting. As you grow with the firm, ongoing opportunities and increased responsibilities will be given and expected.

Essential Functions

• GL accounting and account reconciliation.
• Prepare federal and state income tax returns.
• Interact closely with other Kassouf team members to provide support, tax planning, consulting, and tax compliance services for related clients.
• Research tax issues and provide tax planning and consulting services.
• Prepare correspondence to tax authorities.
• Work closely with managers and partners on client management, delivery of innovative tax planning as well as practice development and business development activities.
• Build relationships with clients and manage client expectations; identify opportunities to expand services within the client base; promote new ideas and business solutions that result in extended services to existing clients.
• Keep abreast of the latest developments in tax guidance.
• Assist with examinations by tax authorities.
• Understand and manage firm risk on tax services.
• Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality.

Education & Experience

• BA or BS degree in Accounting from an accredited college/university.
• CPA license, or actively pursuing CPA certification.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Sound judgment and professional skepticism.
• Excellent analysis and observation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with co-workers, staff, and clients.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of accounting software packages, Adobe, and MS Office: Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Firm Overview

Founded in 1931, Kassouf is a CPA, advisory, and financial planning firm headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama. With locations in Birmingham, Auburn, Huntsville, and Baton Rouge, Kassouf currently has more than 100 team members.
We understand that any goal is achieved based on the effectiveness of the team. That’s why team development, leadership, and personal effectiveness are cornerstones of our vision. By promoting a culture that fosters self-improvement, upward mobility, and continued education, we commit to striving for excellence every day.
Our highly trained team is prepared to help clients with any obstacles they may face. When our clients win, we win.