Accountant, State and Local Tax
About The Position
GreerWalker is a prominent accounting and advisory firm serving privately owned middle-market companies and their owners. We serve and support the Charlotte and Greenville areas with a personal approach through our client work and through our community service culture. We have been recognized as one of the nation's "Best of the Best" accounting firms by Inside Public Accounting for several years running and we earned the title of Employer of Choice in the Charlotte market. We believe in making a positive impact on our community, and that sense of purpose permeates everything we do. GreerWalker is committed to helping you achieve your goals by providing you with a healthy work-life balance, continuous professional development, and meaningful work that connects you to your community. We will link you with mentors, provide a positive and supportive working environment, and foster lasting professional relationships to help you launch your career and learn to thrive. Your life fits at GreerWalker.
Requirements
- 1-2 years of tax preparation experience in a public accounting firm or private industry is encouraged
- Excellent project management, analytical, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
- Ability to function in a team environment
- Superior client service focus
- Ability to thrive and adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Integrity, dependability, and trustworthiness
- Ability to succinctly communicate and document procedures performed
- Strong computer skills with general office use software and an ability to adapt to new software applications required in a tax environment
- Bachelor’s or Associates degree in accounting/finance. Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred.
- Able to work moderate overtime throughout the year with heavier overtime required during certain business cycles
Responsibilities
- Prepare state sales/use tax returns in various jurisdictions across the U.S.
- Prepare local business personal property tax listings
- Respond to tax notices and interact with state/local tax assessors/auditors
- Prepare tax technical memorandums and correspondence
- Assist in research of complex tax issues using federal & state revenue codes, regulations and other relevant authorities/guidance
- Participate in modeling & negotiations with economic development agencies & local taxing authorities to identify incentive offerings for clients
- Participate in the state & local tax planning process
- Perform other duties as needed on engagements and as assigned by supervisory personnel
- Attend professional development and training sessions on a regular basis
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
