Senior Tax Associate

• Location: San Fernando Valley, California
• $90000 base salary
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #1498
• Salary: $90,000 - $115,000

Title: Senior Tax Associate

Industry: Public Accounting

Location: San Fernando Valley

Overview: Pacific Executive Search has been engaged on a search for a Senior Tax Associate in San Fernando Valley. You would be responsible for filing federal, state, and local tax documents, preparing tax provision schedules, and recommending tax strategies. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients, attend interstate and international retreats, and access modern workplaces with state-of-the-art technology, making it a great next-step in your career to enhance your tax knowledge and skills.

Description:
**Responsibilities**

• Prepare and file federal, state, and local tax documents including property tax returns, state pages, and various tax returns, extensions, and payments.
• Create tax provision schedules by reviewing, preparing, and consolidating schedules.
• Research federal, state, and local taxation issues to recommend tax strategies.
• Stay updated on new or revised laws by reviewing and interpreting legislative materials.
• Review tax returns for accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure compliance with regulations by submitting required information to authorities.
• Develop and streamline procedures and worksheets for tax provision calculations.
• Analyze tax information to identify potential profitability in mergers and acquisitions.
• Coordinate and manage records for the company and clients.
• Prepare and record book-to-tax adjusting entries.
• Comply with legal requirements and professional standards to avoid legal challenges.
• Maintain confidentiality of organization's information to protect its value.
• Participate in educational opportunities, read professional publications, and engage in professional organizations to update job knowledge.
• Create and update templates for letters, faxes, and company literature.
• Provide feedback and guidance to staff on workpapers formatting and organization.
• Communicate with clients and vendors.
• Support other staff and affiliates as needed.

**Qualifications**

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field.
• 2+ years of tax experience.
• Intermediate or above proficiency in CCH Axcess for tax preparation.
• Proactive approach with the ability to anticipate project needs.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.