
Tax Senior Associate
Sorren
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Twin Falls • Idaho • United States
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About the role
- Prepare and review individual, corporate, partnership, and consolidated tax returns
- Review associates’ and interns’ tax returns, providing constructive feedback to ensure quality and support growth
- Perform and review quarterly and annual accounting procedures to prepare financial records for tax purposes
- Identify organizational structures and related entities for tax implications and big-picture impacts
- Ensure accurate and complete data for filings, identifying and communicating missing information
- Calculate quarterly and annual estimated tax liabilities accurately
- Conduct tax planning to identify opportunities for improvement and added value for clients
- Research and resolve complex tax issues, providing guidance and recommendations
- Communicate effectively with team members and clients, providing updates and addressing questions
- Supervise, train, and mentor associates and interns to enhance team performance and skill development
- Contribute to team efforts by assisting with projects and engaging in collaborative problem-solving
- Stay updated on tax laws and best practices through ongoing training and independent learning
- Manage engagements efficiently, meeting deadlines, particularly during high-demand periods
- Perform other duties and displays flexibility to take on a variety of responsibilities assigned by firm leadership
- Meet annual billable hour and other targets to fulfill individual performance and overall firm productivity
Requirements
- 3-5 years of experience in tax preparation
- CPA license or eligible
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
- In-depth understanding of tax laws, regulations, and compliance requirements
- Proficiency in tax preparation software and accounting tools
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in calculations and document reviews
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with clients and team members
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Analytical skills to solve complex tax issues and understand broader financial implications
- Leadership and mentoring abilities to supervise and develop junior staff
- Full-time commitment and flexibility to work beyond regular hours to meet team deadlines
Benefits
- Generous paid time off
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Paid holidays, including a firmwide winter break (December 24 – January 1)
- Paid parental leave (available after one year of service)
- Mentorship and career development programs
- CPA exam support to help you succeed on the path to licensure
- Firm-sponsored events and spontaneous team activities
- Celebrations to mark milestones like the end of busy season and the holidays
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
tax preparationfinancial record preparationtax planningtax issue resolutionestimated tax liability calculationdata accuracydocument reviewanalytical skillsorganizational structure identificationcompliance requirements
Soft Skills
attention to detailverbal communicationwritten communicationorganizational skillstime managementleadershipmentoringcollaborative problem-solvingflexibilityteam performance enhancement
Certifications
CPA licenseBachelor’s degree in accounting