What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tax Senior position at Gables Search Group?
A renowned, highly lucrative regional accounting firm is looking for a Tax Senior to join their expanding team. This position provides an attractive work-life balance, exceptional benefits including generous bonuses and a 5% employer match for your 401K, the opportunity to work with both SEC and privately held clients spanning various industries, and a clear path for career advancement.The Senior will be in charge of preparing all client tax returns efficiently, accurately, and on time. This role may involve a hybrid or predominantly remote setup. For remote positions, candidates should be located somewhere in Hawaii and be present in the office a few days per week during busy tax seasons.
Responsibilities:
- Handles technical tax preparation and review for tax returns and government tax assessments of varying complexities.
- Takes full responsibility for tax returns and delegates tasks to tax preparers as needed.
- Demonstrates expertise and proficiency in advanced technical skills required for client consulting.
- Manages all client service tasks to ensure timely completion within budgeted time frames.
- Delegates and oversees tax research projects to deliver accurate and efficient results.
- Manages government tax assessments and may represent clients before taxing authorities.
- Stays current with the qualifications of all tax staff members and reviews assignments for suitability.
- Supervises tax staff and provides on-the-job training.
- Develops, coaches, and trains Semi-seniors and Staff accountants.
- Must understand the qualifications of all Tax staff members for training and development needs.
- Participates in reviews and evaluations of the Tax Department.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of three years’ experience in public accounting, showing progression in tax complexity, scope, and research. Experience with C S corps, partnerships, and high net worth individuals preferred.
- At least one year of experience supervising and directing tax preparers’ work.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting required, Master’s degree in taxation a plus.
- Preferably holds a current and valid CPA license.