Tax Staff 2027

GBQ Partners; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Cincinnati seeks an entry-level tax associate responsible for preparing corporate, s-corporation, partnership, and individual tax returns. The ideal candidate will have a BA/BS in accounting, be eligible to take the CPA exam, and possess strong analytical and communication skills. This full-time position focuses on tax planning and consulting, ensuring compliance with regulations while participating in initiatives for firm growth and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in tax preparation and financial analysis.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and team members.
• Reliable transportation for client work and availability to work evenings/weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare partnership, corporate, and individual tax returns.
• Conduct financial analysis and update depreciation schedules.
• Maintain accurate workpapers free of errors.

Skills

Tax preparation

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

BA or BS in accounting or a related field

Eligibility to sit for the CPA exam

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Position Statement

Actively participate in the completion of tax returns, including corporate, s-corporation, partnership, individuals and trust returns. Assist with other miscellaneous projects for clients in various industries. Focus on four major initiatives established by the Firm: Profitability, Practice Growth, Client Focus, and Brand Culture/Development.

Tasks

• Prepare partnership, corporate and individual tax returns and complete tax planning and other tax consulting procedures.
• Perform analysis of financial and non-financial information for clients.
• Update depreciation schedules.
• Prepare projections based upon financial data and income and expense projections.

Profitability

• Complete assignments within established budget for assigned areas.
• Achieve charge hour budget and minimum billable hours as set by Firm.
• Participate in “approved” non-client initiatives to improve firm administration.
• Consistently utilize all firm and department software efficiently.
• Complete accurate, neat, organized workpapers that are free of basic grammatical, spelling and calculation errors.

Practice Growth

• Represent firm and build relationships by participating in outside activities.
• Develop and demonstrate strong leadership skills.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Client Focus

• Develop and display knowledge of tax rules and regulations and demonstrate good judgment.
• Exhibit behavior consistent with rules of conduct of the AICPA, OSCPA and Accountancy Board of Ohio.
• Work in partnership with other team members and client personnel to help ensure efficient flow of information from client to audit team.
• Comprehend new, complex issues and perform basic research to solve complex problems.

Brand Culture/Development

• Exemplify Brand Attributes of the Firm.
• Comply with all policies and procedures of the Firm.
• Demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and address conflict with peers.
• Consistently seek feedback on performance from superiors and enhance and develop professional and technical skills.

Work Experience And Education

• BA or BS in accounting or a related field.
• Must be eligible to sit for the CPA exam.
• Strong proficiency in the use of technology and basic PC applications (Excel, Word).

Organizational Relationships

• Staff will report directly to a Performance Manager who will provide any necessary guidance relative to administrative issues or work performance through the formal evaluation process.

Special Requirements

• Reliable transportation for on-site client work.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends based on time of year and client demands.

GBQ participates in E-Verify.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Strategy/Planning and Information Technology

Industries

Accounting