Tax Senior

AJ Chambers US; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company contribution

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

AJ Chambers US in Houston, TX is seeking a dedicated Senior Tax Associate to join its growing tax team. You will work closely with senior leaders to deliver exceptional service, provide proactive client support, and take ownership of increasingly complex tax engagements.

You will engage with a diverse portfolio of clients and industries, developing technical expertise and advancing professionally within the firm. Strong preparation and supervision duties, with seasonal hours as needed.

Qualifications

• 2-3+ years of tax preparation experience within public accounting.
• Experience reviewing client tax information for completeness and accuracy.
• Ability to prepare Individual, C-Corporation, S-Corporation, Partnership, and Trust tax returns.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex tax engagements from start to finish.
• Train and supervise associates on engagements.
• Work with diverse entities and industries.

Skills

Tax preparation

Public accounting

Tax research

Review client info

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks Online

QuickBooks Desktop

Job description

A well-established public accounting firm is seeking a dedicated Senior Tax Associate to join its growing tax team. This position will work closely with senior leaders to deliver exceptional service, provide proactive client support, and take ownership of increasingly complex tax engagements.

The role offers exposure to a diverse portfolio of clients, entities, and industries, alongside opportunities to develop technical expertise and progress professionally within the firm.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility for complex tax engagements from preparation through completion.
• Train, support, and supervise associates assigned to engagements.
• Work with a diverse range of entities, clients, and industries.
• Research technical tax issues as they arise.
• Exercise professional judgment when addressing technical matters.
• Develop an area of tax expertise, with the opportunity to progress into reviewing returns within that specialty.
• Assist with quarterly and annual tax planning, projections, and estimated tax calculations.
• Manage client expectations, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Take ownership of assigned projects and proactively resolve issues.

Skills & Experience

• Experience reviewing client tax information for completeness and accuracy.
• Ability to prepare Individual, C-Corporation, S-Corporation, Partnership, and Trust tax returns ranging from simple to moderately complex.
• Working knowledge of tax regulations and the ability to respond to client questions under appropriate supervision.
• Experience conducting tax research projects.
• Ability to make tax adjustments to client financial statements and prepare supporting workpapers.
• Understanding of M-1 and M-3 adjustments.
• Broad understanding of special allocations and basis tracking.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple assignments and deadlines.

Qualifications

• 2-3+ years of tax preparation experience within public accounting.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred, or a related degree with relevant accounting and taxation coursework.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to work additional hours during seasonal busy periods.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• 401(k) plan with company contribution.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Opportunities for continued professional growth and career progression.