Associate, Tax Information Reporting

Job Description Summary

This position follows our hybrid-friendly schedule, so you get the best of both worlds - flexibility and collaboration. In office days will be 3 per week in one of the following locations: St. Petersburg, FL or Memphis, TN.

The Tax Reporting Associate supports the accurate processing and reporting of tax-related information while serving as a key point of contact for internal Financial Advisors and business partners. This entry-level role combines customer service and operational responsibilities, requiring individuals to manage inbound inquiries, research tax reporting questions, process transactions, and support tax season activities.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, customer-focused, and able to balance phone-based support with administrative processing responsibilities in a fast-paced environment. Due to increased volume during the annual tax reporting season (typically January through April), employees in this role are expected to work overtime, including occasional evenings and weekends, as business needs require. This position is eligible for overtime pay.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Conduct data entry into company systems, and review and verify the information to ensure accuracy and accessibility.

• Carry out operational tasks by following established processes. May involve adjusting basic settings or parameters in order to meet performance standards.

• Use standard office software to carry out basic formatting of letters, memoranda, and routine reports.

• Maintain files and records.

• Ensure a positive experience for internal clients by having courteous interactions with them.

• Assess compliance with established standards and protocols for routine inquiries.

• Support others by carrying out basic data management tasks.

• Follow a range of mandatory procedures to ensure that work is carried out to the required quality standards and/or to ensure adherence to external regulatory codes and internal codes of conduct.

• Develop and maintain excellent procedural or technical skills by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching.

Skills:

• Supports business processes with guidance but not constant supervision by understanding and effectively using standard office equipment and standard software packages.

• Uses clear and effective elementary verbal communications skills under supervision to express ideas, request actions and formulate plans or policies.

• Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to plan, organize, prioritize and oversee activities to efficiently meet business objectives.

• Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to develop appropriate plans or perform necessary actions based on recommendations and requirements.

• Works under guidance (but not constant supervision) to analyze data trends for use in reports to help guide decision making.

• Uses an elementary understanding of numerical concepts to perform mathematical operations such as report analysis under supervision.

• Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to develop, monitor, interpret and understand policies and procedures, while making sure they match organizational strategies and objectives.

• Works at an elementary level under supervision to select, deploy and get the best results from the most appropriate office system.

Education

High School (HS) (Required)

Work Experience

General Experience - 4 to 6 months

Certifications

Travel

Less than 25%

Workstyle

Hybrid

The total compensation for this position includes base salary or wages, and may include components such as additional compensation (cash or equity), discretionary bonuses, or commissions. This position is eligible for a benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision; life insurance; critical illness insurance and accident insurance; disability benefits; retirement savings; paid time off (including vacation, holidays, and sick leave); and parental leave. Eligibility for benefits and specific offerings may vary based on position and employment status. To view more details of the benefits offered, visit Myrjbenefits.com.

At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view.

We expect our associates at all levels to:

• Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same
• Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes
• Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind
• Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter
• Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm

At Raymond James - as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.

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