Tax Associate

A fast growing CPA firm is actively seeking for a Junior accountant with solid skills in tax and accounting. The candidates must meet the following requirements:

– Minimum of 2-3 years of current accounting firm/tax preparation experience

– Bachelor/Associate degree in accounting

– Strong communication and computer skills

– Pleasant personality and fit in a professional environment

– Knowledge of Drake and Quickbooks is a plus

– Must be a team player

– Must be comfortable interacting with clients on the phone

– Ability to independently handle firm’s clients

Responsibilities:

-Preparation of individual (1040) and business tax returns (1120, 1120s, 1065, schedules C and E)

-Posting monthly and quarterly payroll journal entries including payments of tax liabilities through EFTPS and NYS department of taxation and finance

-Preparation of monthly and quarterly sales tax returns (ST-100 & etc) and payroll tax returns (941 & etc)

-Monthly reconciliations of bank accounts

-Preparing letters to various tax authorities

-Reviewing and responding to notices

Compensation: SALARY COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATION

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• tax preparation: 2 years

Education:

• Bachelor’s