Tax Associate
To apply for this position, please email your cover letter and resume to hr@fivestonetax.com.
about you
For a passionate tax professional, this opportunity is about making a positive impact on people’s lives by providing superior service in the completion of individual and business income tax returns and fulfilling domestic tax preparation responsibilities. Our core values are vital to the success of our organization, therefore you must demonstrate selflessness, effectiveness, commitment, professionalism, and growth in your cover letter, resume, interview, and your past work and educational experience. We are seeking someone who desires self-development through mentorship, dynamic training, and real-life experience.
About the position
Prepare complex state and federal tax returns, quarterly estimated payments, annual report filings for individuals and business entities
Perform easy to intermediate level tax research projects and compose comprehensive memoranda
Apply functional knowledge to understand potential tax issues and participate in tax planning
Deliver high quality tax service when contacting and advising clients
Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team as well as independently on both non-recurring and ongoing projects
Participate in networking and business development activities on behalf of the firm
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in accounting
Minimum of 1 year public accounting experience
EA certification or CPA candidate preferred
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and within a team environment
Strong research, oral and written communication skills
Ability to handle multiple engagements simultaneously
Must be able to work with confidential information and consistently exercise good judgment in dealing with a variety of situations and issues
Proficient in tax preparation and workflow software including Prosystem FX and Engagement
Proficient in tax research software including BNA and RIA Checkpoint
Proficient in Quickbooks