Senior Tax Associate - Houston, United States - Spark Talent Inc

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Job Description

Job Description

Senior Tax Associate


Position Summary:
Seeking a Senior Tax Associate to join their Houston, TX office.

Their associates have the opportunity to work with a variety of clients in industries such as manufacturing, construction, dealership, real estate, wholesale and distribution, retail and more.

They offer a diversified experience in public accounting, providing their employees with many opportunities to grow, develop and advance within their careers.

This is a full-time, direct hire opportunity in Houston, TX.


Position Responsibilities:
Extensive experience in the home building, real estate and construction industry
Lead preparation of complex tax returns (individual, C-Corp, S-Corp, partnerships, trust, estate, etc.)
Ability to identify and analyze tax issues and come to conclusions
Prepare quarterly and year-end estimates to assist clients with tax planning
Perform diversified tax assignments under the direction of a supervisor, manager or partner
Demonstrate competency in technical skills, work quality and application of professional and firm standards
Meet time constraints and client deadlines
Build strong client relationship and ensure client needs are being met
Possess technical knowledge sufficient to assist staff associates and interns
Review the work of less experienced associates and provide

guidance/mentorship

to assist them in developing technical skills
Begin acquiring the skills necessary to develop quality client relationship and loyalty
Participate in firm training courses to further develop technical skills
Provide excellent client service by producing quality work, quick turnaround and attentive service
Become proficient at tax research including a knowledge of the reference sources available to the firm

Minimum Requirements:
Master's degree in Accounting
Meets all requirements to sit for CPA exam and actively pursuing same (CPA Preferred)
Those possessing CPA certification will be given preference
Minimum 3 years of public accounting, demonstrating a progression in complexity of tax returns
Excellent analytical and soft skills
Ability to make and support decisions regarding accounting and tax matters
Ability to perform and direct multiple engagements with competing priorities
Excellent communication and writing skills
Ability to mentor, lead, and train
Extensive knowledge of S-Corp and partnership returns
Ability to work independently, but also in a team environment
Highly motivated, self-starter with ability to multitask


About Spark Talent Acquisition:
Spark Talent Acquisition is a Michigan-headquartered recruiting and staffing company that connects great talent with great employers. We understand that finding a new position can be stressful and identifying top talent can be challenging. For us to maximize successful placement and retention, we start by listening to and understanding each of our clients. We believe in face-to-face interaction and having a solid understanding of our client's business before placement. We pride ourselves in team development as it matches our purpose as an organization to continually create career opportunities.
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