Tax Associate

Seidel Schroeder; Brenham (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Seidel Schroeder in Texas is seeking a dedicated Tax Associate to support senior leaders and ensure proactive client service.

You will proficiently prepare tax returns for individuals and businesses, perform tax research, and stay current with state taxes. The role emphasizes confidentiality, professionalism, and building client relationships.

Qualifications

• 1-3+ years of tax preparation experience in public accounting.

Responsibilities

• Proficiently prepares and completes tax returns for individuals and businesses.

Skills

Tax research

Client communication

Data collection

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Degree in another discipline with tax coursework

Job description

Established in 1967, Seidel Schroeder is a distinguished firm based in Texas with offices in Brenham, College Station, and Katy. With a legacy spanning over 50 years, we've solidified our reputation as trusted financial leaders. Our fundamental philosophy revolves around elevating and serving our clients across audit, advisory, business valuation, and taxation.

Seidel Schroeder sets itself apart by offering the resources, expertise, and breadth associated with large firms, combined with the personalized, attentive approach of a smaller organization. We transcend traditional accounting, focusing on nurturing enduring, value-added relationships.

Job Summary:

Seidel Schroeder seeks a dedicated Tax Associate to support senior leaders, ensuring exceptional service and proactive client care.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Proficiently prepares and completes tax returns for both individuals and businesses with effectiveness and accuracy.
• Applies logical thinking in tax recording and ensures complete data collection.
• Understands state taxation and identifies client tax needs for optimal solutions.
• Consults with management for effective resolution of client issues.
• Stays updated with industry publications for industry-relevant knowledge.
• Ensures strict client confidentiality and professionalism while efficiently addressing and resolving client complaints, while also fostering rapport through external relationship-building and observation of senior interactions.
• Recognizes business opportunities and networking abilities within the Alliance.
• Initiates efforts for self-study and personal development.
• Proficiently uses firm software and demonstrates strong tax understanding.

Skills/Abilities:

• Able to perform such other duties as may be assigned.
• Able to perform tax research projects requiring some expertise.
• Utilizes effective communication skills, engaging intelligently with clients and staff. Understands proposal processes, competitors, firm's products/services, and client profiles.

Qualifications:

• 1-3+ years of tax preparation experience in a public accounting environment.
• Preferred experience preparing business tax returns, including Forms 1065, 1120, and 1120S.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a degree in another discipline with various course works in taxes and accounting, through intermediate level preferred.
• Experience working in a professional office is preferred but not required.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States of America
• Ability to work overtime during certain seasonal periods.