Tax Senior Associate

Eide Bailly; Dubuque (IA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance

401(k) profit sharing

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Certification incentives

Referral program

Job summary

Eide Bailly in Dubuque, IA is seeking a Tax Professional to join our public accounting team. You will prepare high-level returns for multi-million-dollar businesses and individuals, work with the tax team on planning, client interaction, and special projects.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Accounting, 2–4 years of tax experience in public accounting, and CPA license or progress toward it; Enrolled Agent is acceptable. Hybrid in-office work is available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• CPA license preferred; Enrolled Agent (EA) certification accepted.
• 2–4 years of tax experience in public accounting.
• Strong knowledge of tax accounting principles and IRS regulations.
• Ability to stay up-to-date with tax industry regulations.
• Self-starter who works independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-level returns for multi-million-dollar businesses or high-net-worth individuals.
• Collaborate with tax team on planning, client interaction and special tax projects.
• Gather relevant tax information from clients for accurate returns.
• Identify tax planning opportunities to maximize benefits.
• Develop and communicate solutions to engagement teams and clients.
• Prepare accounting-related reports in a paperless environment.
• Mentor lower-level staff in the tax department.
• Attend trainings and professional development events.

Skills

Tax accounting

Client interaction

Self-starter

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

Typical Day in the Life

• Prepare a high-level return for a multi-million-dollar business or high net worth individual.
• Working with the tax team to ensure the various components of the tax process are performed -- including tax planning, client interaction and performing special tax projects.
• Gathering relevant tax-related information from the client so an accurate tax return can be prepared.
• Looking at tax situations from various angles to ensure the maximum tax benefit is applied.
• Developing solutions and communicating those solutions to the engagement team and client.
• Preparing accounting-related reports through a paperless office environment.
• Trains and mentors lower-level employees in the tax department.
• Attends training seminars, professional development and networking events.

Location

Dubuque, IA

Work Arrangement

In-office, or Hybrid

Who You Are

• You have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• You have active CPA license or working towards obtaining CPA license preferred; Enrolled Agent (EA) certification also accepted.
• You have 2-4 years of tax experience within public accounting.
• You have a well-rounded knowledge of tax accounting principles and IRS regulations.
• You actively stay up-to-date on the ever-changing tax industry's regulations and policies.
• You are a self-starter who enjoys working independently and in a team environment.
• You are able to focus on complex tasks and will quickly understand the firm’s comprehensive compliance processes.

Must be authorized to work in the United States now or in the future without visa sponsorship.

Making an Impact Together

People join Eide Bailly for the opportunities and stay because of the culture. At Eide Bailly, we've built a collaborative workplace based on integrity, authenticity, and support for one another. You'll find opportunities for education and career growth, a team dedicated to your success, and benefits that put your family's needs first. Hear what our employees have to say about working at Eide Bailly.

Compensation

Our compensation philosophy emphasizes competitive and equitable pay. Eide Bailly complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying ranges. Final compensation decisions are dependent upon factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and internal equity.

Benefits

Beyond base compensation, Eide Bailly provides benefits such as: generous paid time off, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) profit sharing, life and disability insurance, lifestyle spending account, certification incentives, education assistance, and a referral program.

Eide Bailly is proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws.