Our client is seeking an experienced Tax Preparer with a minimum of three years of public accounting experience to join its tax practice in the Kennesaw office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in tax compliance, planning, and strategy, along with the ability to build and maintain long-term client relationships.
This senior-level position will work closely with other members of the tax team to provide comprehensive tax services to individuals, partnerships, corporations, trusts, and estates. The successful candidate will bring strong technical tax knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to delivering exceptional client service.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for individuals, partnerships, LLCs, C-Corporations, and S-Corporations.
- Review client engagements to ensure compliance with firm quality-control standards and procedures.
- Collaborate with partners to monitor engagement progress, recommend solutions, and maintain efficient workflows.
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and high-quality service.
- Advise clients on tax planning, tax optimization, and wealth-building strategies.
- Conduct tax research, evaluate complex tax issues, and assess the sustainability of tax filing positions.
- Stay current on tax legislation, regulatory changes, and tax reform developments.
- Manage client billing responsibilities and understand the financial performance of client engagements.
- Provide support, guidance, and training to tax staff as needed.
- Participate in professional networking and maintain relationships with industry peers.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
- Minimum of three years of corporate and individual tax preparation experience within a public accounting firm.
- Experience developing tax planning strategies for businesses and high-net-worth individuals.
- Knowledge of multi-state and consolidated tax returns.
- Ability to manage multiple client engagements, prioritize responsibilities, and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong commitment to professional excellence and outstanding client service.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing deadlines.
- CPA preferred but not required. The firm is willing to sponsor qualified candidates pursuing their CPA license.
- Previous experience supervising, mentoring, or training staff is preferred.
- Willingness to work onsite in the firm's Kennesaw office.