Tax Senior - Financial Services

Grassi; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Bonus program

401(k) plan

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Grassi is seeking a Tax Senior - Financial Services to join our team in New York, NY or Park Ridge, NJ. The role involves leading tax engagements, mentoring staff, reviewing complex returns, and delivering strategic tax planning for financial services clients.

Ideal candidates hold a CPA or CPA track, with 2+ years of progressive tax experience, proficiency in US GAAP, and strong communication skills. Competitive benefits and ESOP are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; Master’s degree in accounting, taxation, or equivalent
• Minimum of 2+ years of progressive tax return preparation and compliance experience
• CPA license or in process of obtaining CPA license
• Proficient with computer software including Microsoft Office Suite, Tax software, ProSystems Engagement and CCH Axcess
• Strong tax accounting skills with proficiency in US GAAP, tax compliance, corporate consolidated returns, consolidated federal tax returns, partnership returns, and combined state tax returns
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, initiative, and leadership skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities

Responsibilities

• Running client engagements from start to finish, including planning, executing, directing, and budgeting tax projects
• Supervising, training, and mentoring associates and interns on tax projects
• Reviewing tax returns and advising on accuracy and tax savings opportunities
• Preparing tax returns for complex individual, trust, partnership, corporate, and foreign clients
• Researching tax matters and utilizing tax software to process returns
• Responding to inquiries from IRS and other tax authorities
• Recommending new tax strategies and evaluating acquisitions/mergers
• Traveling to clients occasionally

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Time management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s degree in accounting/taxation

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Tax software

ProSystems Engagement

CCH Axcess

Job description

About Grassi

After more than 40 years of business growth and industry change, Grassi has redefined what it means to be an advisor and accountant to today’s businesses and individuals. Nationally ranked as one of the largest and fastest-growing accounting firms in the nation, Grassi is a leading provider of advisory, tax, and accounting services across key sectors including construction, architecture and engineering, not-for-profit, healthcare, manufacturing and distribution, financial services, real estate, and more. Several publications have ranked us among the top accounting firms to work for, highlighting our strength in work-life balance, culture, and wellness categories.

With over 550 employees and eleven offices spanning the New York Metropolitan Area, Long Island, the Northeast, Florida, New England, Denver and an international presence in Italy, we are strategically positioned to serve clients locally and globally. In 2023, Grassi became an employee-owned company by implementing an ESOP, establishing our independence and empowering our people to drive the firm’s future success. The ESOP ensures that equity partners and all Grassi U.S. employees have the exclusive opportunity to own the firm’s stock, making them integral to the company’s future.

Job Summary

We are currently seeking a Tax Senior - Financial Services to join our team in any of the following office locations New York, NY; Park Ridge, NJ. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic and growing firm.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Running client engagements from start to finish, which includes planning, executing, directing, and completing tax projects and managing to budget
• Supervising, training, and mentoring associates and interns on tax projects and assessing performance of staff for engagement reviews; performing in-charge role as needed
• Reviewing tax returns done by staff and making recommendations on return preparation regarding accuracy and tax savings opportunities; gain increasing responsibility in review process
• Preparing tax returns for more complex individual, trust, partnership, corporate, and foreign tax clients
• Researching and consulting on various tax matters; utilizing tax-related software to prepare and process returns and research tax matters
• Responding to inquiries from the IRS and other tax authorities
• Recommending new tax strategies and determining profitability of potential acquisitions and mergers
• Identifying areas of tax reductions and savings regularly
• Traveling to clients occasionally

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; Master’s degree in accounting, taxation, or equivalent
• Minimum of 2+ years of progressive tax return preparation and compliance experience
• CPA license or in process of obtaining CPA license
• Proficient with a computer software packages and platforms including Microsoft Office Suite, Tax software, ProSystems Engagement and CCH Axcess
• Strong tax accounting skills with proficiency in US GAAP, tax compliance, corporate consolidated returns, consolidated federal tax returns, partnership returns, and combined state tax returns
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, initiative, and leadership skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to meet or exceed time constraints and goals
• Ability to work in a team environment, supervise staff and lead projects
• Ability to work additional hours as needed
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Maintains a high level of professionalism and consistently demonstrates respect for others

Why Grassi?

Our firm is consistently ranked by Vault.com and the Best Places to Work group for our commitment to compensation, paid time off, work-life balance, culture and more.Some of the ways we accomplish this include:

Flexibility:

Our work-life balance initiatives include generous paid time off, flexible "Dress for Your Day" dress code, telecommuting options, flex-time policies, and summer hours, enhanced by our Floating Summer Friday's program, which allows team members three extra Fridays off during the summer months in addition to their PTO.

Company Culture:

Here at Grassi we are dedicated to creating an environment for our team members that is positive, productive, and aligns with our company’s high standards of inclusivity, diversity, and equity. We work closely with our DEI Council and Grassi Women's Council to organize events throughout the year to bring the firm together for open dialogue and awareness of global diversity issues. Through our charitable initiative, Grassi Gives Back, we proudly support organizations such as Ronald McDonald House, Toys for Tots, Autism Speaks, Long Island Cares, and many of our nonprofit clients.

Benefits Package:

Competitive base compensation with eligibility for a raise and bonus each June or December based on performance metrics and level. Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, employer contribution to life insurance, 401(k) plan, ESOP, and client and employee referral bonus program.

ESOP Owned:

The ESOP ensures that equity partners and all Grassi U.S. employees have the exclusive opportunity to own the firm’s stock, making them integral to the company’s future. Unlike many other ESOPs, Grassi’s is privately funded, with no outside investors or private equity firms involved in the plan.

CPA Incentive:

Financial assistance toward the achievement of the CPA certification which includes the cost of the CPA study materials, CPA exam registration and sitting fees for all 4 parts (up to 2 x per part), plus the CPA application and licensing fees. Paid study time during work hours, additional paid time off to take your scheduled exam and a bonus paid upon passing the CPA exam.

Learning and Development :

We offer Continuing Professional Education (CPE) opportunities, including both technical and soft skills training. These opportunities are available through internal courses and external programs led by well-known industry instructors, all at no cost to our employees.

Wellness Resources:

Discounted gym memberships and various wellness initiatives and programs such as the CALM app that helps our team members lower stress, decrease anxiety, improve focus, and get more restful sleep.

Compensation for this role is determined based on a combination of factors, including but not limited to your relevant experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. We strive to offer competitive, equitable pay, that reflects the value each team member brings to the organization. In addition to base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes performance-based incentives, wellness and retirement programs, and opportunities for continuous professional development.

Salary ranges are provided to offer transparency and may vary depending on final candidate qualifications and local market conditions. Please find compensation information below for candidates residing in the following market(s):

New York ranges are from $80,000 - $110,000