Senior Tax Associate - Tax Compliance

Senior Tax Associate

We are currently seeking a Senior Tax Associate to join our practice in Houston, Texas. You will work with a select team providing tax compliance services to predominantly manufacturing and distribution clients. You must be able to manage projects, work under time pressures, multitask, and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. The right candidate will be organized, proactive and results-oriented.

Office/Workplace Locations:
The preferred candidate is local to the Houston office on-site. However, qualified candidates local to the Austin, Texas area will also be considered to support the Houston team on a remote basis.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare Corporate Federal 1120 and State Tax Returns
• Perform technical tax research on a variety of Federal, state, and international tax topics
• Assist with the preparation of income tax provisions for corporate taxpayers under ASC 740
• Provide timely and high-quality services and deliverables that exceed client expectations
• Maintain active communication to manage expectations and ensure client satisfaction
• Prepare clear, concise work papers and other communications
• Effectively delegate and oversee the work efforts by setting goals, providing resources and removing obstacles
• Provide timely training, coaching, and performance feedback to staff associates

Required

Skills & Experience:

• 3-4 years of professional experience, preferably in public accounting
• BA/BS degree in Accounting or Master's degree in Accounting/Taxation
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills in English
• Process-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Solid organizational skills with the ability to multitask
• Positive team player attitude

Preferred

Skills & Experience:

• CPA license or similar certification is preferred, but not required
• German writing and communication skills are an advantage, but not required
• Public accounting experience, including some experience reviewing tax compliance work

Desired

Skills & Experience:

• Experience in the manufacturing and distribution industry
• CCH Axcess Tax experience

Benefits:
We understand that talented individuals are drawn to companies that offer comprehensive benefits packages. Therefore, we provide a robust Benefits Plan that includes:

• 401K plan (with up to 5% salary paid employer contributions)
• Medical coverage
• Paid Dental coverage
• Employee and Dependent life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Vision insurance
• Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid Day of Service annually
• Flexible work arrangements
• Generous paid time off – 25 days for all full-time employees!
• Paid holiday
• Additional paid holiday following 4/15 deadline
• Paid parking/public transportation reimbursement
• Mobile phone reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement & training
• Paid time off on days sitting for CPA Exam
• Monetary bonus for passing the US CPA exam

Why RÖDL?

• We keep our employees current by supplying cutting-edge technology and access to learning opportunities
• We invest in the growth of our team members through regular feedback sessions
• We recharge as a team by celebrating deadlines and gathering at organized firm events
• We applaud the achievement of both career and personal milestones for individual team members on a firm-wide basis

What makes the culture at RÖDL USA unique? Unlike firms that may hint at an international work environment, RÖDL USA offers a truly global workplace. Every day, RÖDL employees are immersed in a diverse intercultural setting where it's common to hear colleagues or clients speaking different languages, sharing cultural traditions from their home countries, or explaining unique perspectives. Whether a team member is from the US or abroad, this inclusive culture supports the global vision established at our worldwide headquarters in Nuremberg, Germany, and drives the Firm's success in the international marketplace.