Tax Staff; Houston

Job Title

Tax Staff

Tax Partner and Manager

The Tax Staff will prepare US corporation, partnership and individual tax returns.

Commensurate with experience, standard firm benefits

40 hrs + OT

Exempt

• Prepare federal and state corporation, partnership and individual tax returns.
• Prepare international informational tax returns.
• Assist with tax planning and tax consulting projects.
• Prepare tax research memo for clients with analysis and application of IRC sections and regulations.
• Represent client in front of the IRS, including assisting in IRS and state tax audits.
• Compile and analyze financial statements.
• Perform monthly write-up services.
• Write monthly articles regarding recent federal and state tax law changes.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

The successful candidate will possess the following basic qualifications:

• Excellent project management, analytical, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership, training, and mentoring skills.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic team environment
• Professionalism, dependability, integrity and trustworthiness combined with a cooperative attitude.
• Highly motivated self-starter with ability to multitask and complete assignments within time constraints and deadlines.
• Dedicated to superior client service.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• 0-3 years of professional experience, preferably in public accounting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software programs, including spreadsheet programs (i.e. Excel).
• Solid accounting skills.
• Basic understanding of federal & state income taxes.

• Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in accounting or related field.
• B or above in all accounting and accounting-related courses.
• Satisfactory cumulative major GPA.
• Advanced degree is preferred.
• CPA certification (active) preferred or working toward if not already obtained.