Senior Tax Associate- Athens at MAULDIN & JENKINS LLC

Athens, Alabama, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Tax Preparation, Communication Skills, Change Management, Client Interaction, Tax Planning, Research Skills, Mentoring, Tax Software Proficiency, Understanding of Tax Codes, Payroll Tax Returns, Estate Taxation, Fiduciary Taxation, Self-Review, Industry Trends Recognition, Feedback Provision

Industry

Accounting

Description

Job Details Job Location: 04 Athens - Athens, AL 35611 Job Category: Accounting Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC is seeking a Senior Associate for their Tax Practice. We are a Top 100 CPA Firm and have been one continuous entity since 1918. Job Responsibilities Candidate must be competent in the preparation of complex individual and business tax returns. Knowledge of estate and fiduciary taxation principles is desirable. responding to tax notices and review of payroll tax returns. Good communication skills with clients Acts as a change agent; sets an example by accepting change and proactively supporting change (e.g. change in audit tools, different audit approach at the client, etc.) Participates in practice/location activities to help grow M&J (e.g. recruiting, Firm training sessions, etc.) Conducts self-review to ensure work is complete and no open issues exist Recognizes industry trends and the potential opportunities for savings and risk reduction applicable to the client’s business and tax burden Drafts research memos and formulate preliminary conclusions to share with client team and colleagues Identifies and develops alternatives for issues and consults with the engagement team Develops Interns and Staff by delegating and training them to be successful in their careers Provides constructive formal and informal feedback in a timely manner to all levels Proactively communicates work/project status with the engagement team and client in a direct and respectful manner Demonstrates an understanding of and applies tax planning concepts Masters tax software tools for preparation, review, and research Solid understanding of tax codes, regulations, rulings and case law Additional duties as assigned Required Skills/Abilities: Has a positive attitude that is reflected in work and evident to others; motivates others Professionalism is required while in the office and at a client site Solid interpersonal and communication skills May be required to work weekends Able to work with little or no supervision Education and Experience: B.A./B.S. in Accounting 2+ years of experience Hold an Active CPA License Public accounting experience Prefer knowledge of Prosystem fx software: Tax, Engagement, Fixed Asset Location: Athens, AL How you’ll grow: In addition to on-the-job training, all new staff attends a week-long training course detailing audit procedures and tax policies. For the next four years, staff attend week-long staff level training courses. The classes include audit, tax, supervisory skills, general business, and management topics. Depending on work assignments, you will also attend industry-specific training. We also provide many hours of cutting edge technology training each year. Salary: Competitive Benefits: At M&J, we don’t ask you to give up your personal life for your career; we encourage a healthy work/life balance by providing you with the tools, compensation, and benefits to achieve a high quality of life. Learn more about what working at M&J can mean for you. Mauldin and Jenkins Culture: Your goals and ideas matter at Mauldin & Jenkins – you are an integral part of our team, working with other like-minded professionals in a technologically advanced, dynamic and friendly environment. Our dynamic environment is where employees are eager to succeed. Your voice matters at M&J and we continually listen better the company and its employees. #LI-JP1 Qualifications

Responsibilities

The Senior Tax Associate is responsible for preparing complex individual and business tax returns, responding to tax notices, and reviewing payroll tax returns. They will also mentor interns and staff, communicate project status, and draft research memos.