Tax Accountant Associate
Job Location:
Elizabethtown, NC - USA
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Job Summary
We are seeking a team player with a positive attitude and the highest level of personal integrity to join our taxteam as a Tax this role you will assist in engaging maintaining and improving client relationships through the preparation of Business Individual and Fiduciary tax returns and providing guidance on a variety of tax issues for clients including tax planning and projections.
We are proud of our unique approach to public accounting which sets us apart from traditional firms:
We do not track billable hours. This allows you to focus on providing the best possible service to your clients without worrying about how long it takes.
Enjoy competitive wages updated facilities and excellent benefits including flexible paid time off (PTO) group and individual volunteer opportunities and flexible work environments to encourage work-life balance.
We encourage you to be a lifelong learner and to expand your knowledge of tax law and other financial planning topics. That is why we provide organized and pre-paid continuing education tuition assistance benefits and reimbursement for credentialing.
We stress the importance of everyones role on the team - we value a collaborative and supportive work environment.
Your career journey matters! We encourage internal moves if our company culture resonates with you.
We are a technology-forward company using it to create smarter more streamlined solutions.
Primary Responsibilities:
Prepare Individual Business tax non-profit gift and trust tax returns
Prepare tax projections assessing multiple alternatives
Create workpapers that effectively tell the story of how projects were prepared
Research and analyze a wide range of tax issues
Assist with client communication: request data field questions participate in client meetings
Assisting with any special projects related to servicing and the requests of our clients.
Ideal Candidate Profile Our Casting Call!
Required Qualifications:
0-2 tax seasons in public accounting
Bachelors Degree with concentration in accounting or related field - required
Client-centric mindset
Identify with Cerity Partners Mission and demonstrate our Core Values
Strong collaboration interpersonal and communication skills
Keen consistent attention to detail
Proficient at Microsoft Excel providing clear outputs for analysis and comprehension - preferred
Able to solve issues independently analytically both proactively and reactively
Effective at managing various projects and taking them to completion by firm deadlines
Adaptable to evolving processes
Experience working with LLMs preferred
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Able to lift up to 25lbs
Compensation Range:
Why Cerity Partners:
Our people drive our success by working together to deliver exceptional service to our clients. Below is a glimpse of the key elements of our total rewards package:
Health dental and vision insurance day 1!
401(k) savings and investment plan options with 4% match
Flexible PTO policy
Parental Leave
Financial assistance for advanced education and professional designations
Opportunity to give back time to local communities
Commuter benefits
Cerity Partners is committed to providing an environment where all individuals can be their authentic selves. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who respects each individual and supports the diverse cultures perspectives and experiences of our colleagues. We are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate based on race religion national origin sex sexual orientation age veteran status disability status or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
Cerity Partners is committed to working with and providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities or special needs. For those needing accommodations please reach out to Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
Required Experience:
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