Tax Generalist

Our client is a public accounting firm. They seek a Tax Generalist to join their Woodbury, NY office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review complex federal, state, and local tax returns for multiple entity types, including S corporations, C corporations, partnerships, and high-net-worth individuals, with attention to industry-specific considerations such as job costing and international tax matters
• Deliver proactive tax planning and strategic recommendations to minimize tax liabilities and enhance client profitability, including guidance on corporate initiatives and evolving tax legislation
• Manage day-to-day client relationships as a primary point of contact, including collecting financial information and addressing tax-related inquiries
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations by researching complex issues, leveraging tax software, and staying current on tax law and industry developments
• Support clients in resolving tax authority inquiries, including audit management and responses to IRS and state agency notices
• Collaborate with bookkeeping and accounting teams to support accurate tax preparation and address general accounting and financial statement matters, including industry-specific practices such as job costing
• Guide and review the work of staff-level accountants, providing mentorship and supporting professional development for junior team members

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2 years of relevant tax experience
• Public or combo experience
• Knowledge of US federal and state tax regulations
• Proficient with tax preparation and research software
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• CPA preferred

JobID: 47694