Tax Senior Associate

Cherry Bekaert LLP; Richmond, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical/Dental/Vision

Disability and life insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement plans

Job summary

Cherry Bekaert, a leading U.S. accounting and advisory firm, seeks a Tax Senior in our Richmond office. You will serve diverse clients, review federal and multi-state tax returns, and help grow our Tax practice.

You will train staff accountants, collaborate with managers and partners, and rely on strong client service and integrity. CPA-eligible and 3+ years public accounting required; Master’s preferred. This role offers growth, competitive compensation, and a dynamic firm culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• Master’s in Accounting preferred.
• CPA eligibility or licensure pursued.
• 3+ years in public accounting with review experience.
• ProSystem fx, CCH, RIA or Engagement familiarity is a plus.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and general PC skills.

Responsibilities

• Review federal and multi-state tax returns.
• Research fundamental tax issues using online tools.
• Perform other accounting duties as assigned by managers.
• Train and develop staff accountants.
• Communicate with managers, partners and clients.

Skills

Client service

Leadership

Project management

Urgency

PC skills

Spreadsheets

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

Master's in Accounting preferred

CPA eligibility

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 supporting our Richmond location, 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
• 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.

Benefits:

• annual bonus, medical, dental, and vision care
• disability and life insurance
• generous Paid Time Off
• retirement plans
• Paid Care Leave
• 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: $73,500-$114,100

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 work sponsorship for this position.

Cherry Bekaert LLP and Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC are members of Allinial Global, an accountancy and business advisory global association.

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