[Hiring] Senior Tax Accountant @Cerity Partners

Role Description

We are seeking a senior tax professional with at least 7 years of experience from a mid-to-large sized local firm with business accounting and tax experience to join our firm. This position is open due to firm growth and is not a replacement.

• Review and adjust the accounting prepared by our clients
• Prepare tax returns for Partnership, S-Corporation, Individual, and Trust Tax Returns
• Work effectively with partners and all team members to develop solutions for our clients’ needs
• Work directly with clients in a professional, supportive, and customer-focused manner
• Provide tax planning and special projects that require analysis, judgment, and creative thinking
• Maintain an understanding of relevant multi-state tax and foreign compliance policies
• Keep up with industry best practices and tax law updates
• Assist in federal and state tax audits
• Other tax projects as they arise

Qualifications

• College degree in accounting or similar field
• Certified Public Accountant designation is preferred
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in public accounting
• Experience working in a mid to large sized firm
• Experience with partnership tax matters, including capital account maintenance under the 704(b) regs, 1040, 1031 exchanges, 1041 trust, S-Corp, 754 elections, section 163(j) and 199A
• Experience and strong proficiency in Excel and a paperless office experience
• Software experience in the following areas is desirable: Lacerte, QuickBooks and CCH Engagement

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance – day 1!
• 401(k) savings and investment plan options with 4% match
• Flexible PTO policy
• Parental Leave
• Financial assistance for advanced education and professional designations
• Opportunity to give back time to local communities
• Commuter benefits