Tax Senior Associate

Colorado Railroad Museum; Dubuque (IA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) profit sharing

Certification incentives

Education assistance

Job summary

A respected accounting firm is seeking a Tax Senior Associate in Dubuque, IA. The role involves preparing complex tax returns for businesses and high-net-worth individuals while mentoring lower-level employees. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, 2-4 years of tax experience, and an active CPA license or be working towards it. This position offers a collaborative culture and a competitive compensation package, including generous benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of tax experience within public accounting.
• Active CPA license or working towards obtaining CPA license preferred.
• Knowledge of tax accounting principles and IRS regulations.
• Solid knowledge of tax accounting principles and IRS regulations.
• Keeps up-to-date with changing tax laws and policies.
• Self-starter who works well independently and in a team.
• Ability to manage complex tasks and understand compliance processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-level returns for multi-million-dollar businesses.
• Work with tax team on tax planning and processes.
• Train and mentor lower-level employees.
• Analyze tax positions to maximize benefits and communicate solutions to the team.
• Prepare accounting-related reports in a paperless office environment.
• Mentor and train lower-level staff in the tax department.
• Attend training seminars, professional development and networking events.

Skills

Tax accounting principles

IRS regulations

Communication skills

Mentoring

Client interaction

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

Location: Dubuque, IA

Work Arrangement: In-office, or Hybrid

Typical Day in the Life

A typical day as a Tax Senior Associate in Dubuque, IA might include the following:

• 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.

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.

Next Steps

We'll be in touch! If you look like the right fit for our position, one of our recruiters will be reaching out to schedule a phone interview with you to learn more about your career interests and goals. In the meantime, we encourage you to learn more about us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn or our About Us page.

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Eide Bailly LLP 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.