Tax Senior Associate

Cherry Bekaert; Florida; On-site; USD 84,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Bekaert is seeking a Tax Senior in Palm Beach Gardens to handle federal and multi-state returns and mentor staff. Experience with flow-through entities, private equity, and hedge funds is highly valued.

You will research complex tax issues and support engagements while collaborating with managers, partners, and clients. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Accounting, a Master’s is preferred, and CPA licensure or eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; Master’s in Accounting preferred.
• CPA certification or eligibility to pursue licensure.
• 3+ years of experience in public accounting.
• Review experience with tax engagements.
• Experience with ProSystem fx, CCH, RIA or Engagement is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review federal and multi-state tax returns; flow-through entities experience is desirable.
• Work with Private Equity and Hedge Fund clients; understand partnership allocations and fund structures.
• Research fundamental tax issues using online tools.
• Perform other accounting duties on engagements as needed by managers.
• Train and develop Staff Accountants.
• Communicate with managers, partners, and clients.

Skills

CPA eligible

Review experience

Public accounting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s in Accounting

Tools

ProSystem fx

CCH

RIA

Engagement

Job description

Ranked among the largest accounting and consulting firms in the country, Cherry Bekaert delivers innovative and sophisticated advisory, assurance and tax services to our clients. As a Tax Senior supportingour Palm Beach Gardens office,you will serve a variety of clients in many industries and help grow our expanding Tax practice. We offer endless growth potential without having to relocate, and the opportunity to join an energetic and talented firm culture.

As a Tax Senior, you will:

• Review federal and multi-state tax returns; experience with flow-through entities highly desirable
• Experience with Private Equity and Hedge Fund clients is highly desirable, including familiarity with partnership allocations, fund structures, and related tax compliance and reporting requirements
• Research fundamental tax issues using online tools
• Perform other accounting duties as needed in engagements and as assigned by managers
• Train and develop Staff Accountants
• Communicate with managers, partners, and clients

What you bring to the role:

An ideal fit for our firm displays a passion for superior client service, uncompromising integrity, excellent project management abilities, and leadership skills. We’re a fast-paced and dynamic environment so a strong sense of urgency will fit right in!

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. Master’s in Accounting is preferred.
• CPA Certified or the eligibility to work towards obtaining a CPA license.
• 3+ years of experience in public accounting.
• Review experience.
• Proficiency with personal computers including spreadsheet software programs. Experience with ProSystem fx, CCH, RIA, and/or Engagement is a plus.

What you can expect from us:

• Our shared values that foster inclusion and belonging including uncompromising integrity, collaboration, trust, and mutual respect
• The opportunity to innovate and do work that motivates and engages you
• A collaborative environment focused on enabling you to further your career growth and continuous professional development
• Competitive compensation and a total rewards package that focuses on all aspects of your wellbeing
• Flexibility to do impactful work and the time to enjoy your life outside of work
• Opportunities to connect and learn from professionals from different backgrounds and with different cultures

Benefits Information:

Cherry Bekaert cares about our people. We offer competitive compensation packages based on performance that recognize the value our people bring to our clients and our Firm. The salary range for this position is included below. Individual salaries within this range are determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education, knowledge, skills, and geographic location. In addition, we offer a comprehensive, high-quality benefits program which includes annual bonus, medical, dental, and vision care; disability and life insurance; generous Paid Time Off; retirement plans; Paid Care Leave; and other programs that are dedicated to enhancing your personal and work life and providing you and your family with a measure of financial protection.

Pay Range:

$83,700 - $119,400

About Cherry Bekaert

Cherry Bekaert, ranked among the largest assurance, tax and advisory firms in the U.S., serves clients across industries in all 50 U.S. states and internationally. For more details, visit https://www.cbh.com/disclosure/

Cherry Bekaert provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. https://careers.cbh.com/legal-disclosures/ contains further information regarding the firm’s compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws.

This role is expected to accept applications for at least five calendar days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Candidates must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States.Cherry Bekaert will not provide worksponsorship for this position.

Cherry Bekaert LLP and Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC are members of Allinial Global, an accountancy and business advisory global association. Visit us at https://careers.cbh.com/ and follow us onLinkedIn,Instagram, Twitterand Facebook.

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