Tax Senior Associate

Whitley Pennoneofthe nations leading audit tax and advisoryfirms is looking for a Tax Senior Associate to join our team! The Tax Senior Associate is responsible for leading tax engagements preparing and reviewing a variety of tax documents and recommending tax strategies by researching and interpreting tax laws. Seniors are responsible for planning and executing engagements and special assignments supervising and training associates reviewing work of associates and communication with clients. Seniors are responsible for compliance with all professional and regulatory standards.

Whitley Penn has become one of the fastest growing public accounting firms by providing exceptional personalized service that reaches far beyond traditional addition to Audit and Tax solutions we offer a wide range of Advisory and Consulting work in collaborative teams with an emphasis on an open-door policy entrepreneurial thinking and a well-built culture. At Whitley Penn we learn innovate and achieve by sharing knowledge embracing new ideas and working together. Were looking for professionals who think like owners and want to be part of shaping a high-growth firm.

Position Details:

• Title: Tax Senior Associate
• Classification: Full-time; Exempt
• Department: Tax
• Office Expectations/Hours: On site position; general work schedule is Monday Friday 8 hours/day between 8am to 5pm with overtime as needed.

What You Will Do

• Lead tax engagements including planning and exciting tax engagements managing client deadline expectations completing returns and managing budgets
• Review and/or prepareand 1120S tax returns quarterly estimates extensions and year-end projections
• Recommend tax strategies by researching federal state and local taxation issues
• Maintain compliance with regulations by forwarding required information to federal state and local authorities
• Develop and maintain a relationship with the client and proactively work with the clients management to gather necessary tax information identify issues and make recommendations for business improvements
• Respond to IRS and state tax authority inquiries
• Supervise train and mentor Tax staff and interns including the review of staff prepared workpapers and evaluative performances
• Gain a comprehensive understanding of tax process and Internal Revenue Code
• Assist with business proposals networking and recruiting opportunities
• Must be highly dedicated with a positive attitude self-motivated a team player who takes initiative and willing to learn
• Participate in technical and professional training throughout the year

What You Need to Get Here

• 2 years of experience in public accounting demonstrating a proven progression in tax return complexity scope and research
• Bachelors degree in accounting; Masters degree preferred
• Active CPA license or CPA eligibility
• Proficiency in use of technology and accounting programs
• Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles the Internal Revenue Code and other official tax laws regulations and guidance
• A professional appearance and demeanor
• A comprehensive understanding of the tax preparation process
• Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to plan and execute multiple engagements and projects simultaneously
• Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing; actively listens and clearly communicates ideas and information
• Strong relationship building capabilities; ability to work respectfully and productively with diverse individuals in a variety of roles

Why Whitley Penn

Our total rewardsareincrediblycompetitive. We work hard and recharge so that we can be our best selves for our of our benefits below:

• Firm Paid Medical Insurance(Free Employee Only Coverage on 2 of 3 plans)
• Voluntary Dental and Vision Insurance
• 17 Annual Firm holidays with extended breaks around July 4th and year end
• 20 days PTO
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
• 401(k) with Profit Sharing
• Discretionary Bonus Program
• Health & Wellness Program
• Pet Insurance

Whitley Penn is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We recruit employ train compensate and promote without regard to age race creed gender color religion national origin sexual orientation gender identity veteran status disability or any other basis protected by applicable federal state or local law. Whitley Penn is a participant in E-Verify please follow the link to review disclosure notifications: All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications merit and business need.

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Required Experience:

Senior IC