Tax Senior

CPS, Inc.; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CPS, Inc. in Fort Lauderdale is seeking a Tax Senior to prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, trusts, and other business entities.

You will work closely with managers, partners, and clients to identify planning opportunities and ensure compliance with tax laws. Responsibilities include analyzing financial statements, researching tax issues, staying current on regulations, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to strong client

Qualifications

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals and businesses.
• Analyze financial statements to identify tax issues and planning opportunities.
• Stay current on changes in tax legislation, regulations, and accounting standards.
• Mentor and train junior tax staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals and businesses.
• Analyze financial statements and supporting docs to identify tax issues.
• Research and interpret tax laws and regulations.
• Assist with tax planning, compliance, and special projects.
• Communicate with clients to obtain information and resolve questions.
• Review staff work and provide guidance.
• Monitor deadlines and manage multiple client assignments.
• Identify risks and opportunities for process improvements.
• Participate in client meetings and develop client relationships.

Skills

Tax preparation

Tax research

Client communications

Mentoring staff

Job description

Tax Senior — Public Accounting

The Tax Senior is responsible for preparing and reviewing federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, trusts, and other business entities. This role works closely with managers, partners, and clients to identify tax planning opportunities, resolve complex tax issues, and ensure compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals and businesses.
• Analyze financial statements and supporting documentation to identify tax issues and planning opportunities.
• Research and interpret federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations.
• Assist with tax planning, compliance, and special projects.
• Communicate directly with clients to obtain information, address questions, and resolve tax matters.
• Review work prepared by staff accountants and provide guidance and feedback.
• Assist managers and partners with complex tax engagements and client deliverables.
• Monitor engagement deadlines and manage multiple client assignments simultaneously.
• Identify potential risks, technical issues, and opportunities for process improvements.
• Stay current on changes in tax legislation, regulations, and accounting standards.
• Participate in client meetings and contribute to the development of client relationships.
• Mentor and train junior tax staff.