Audit/Tax Senior

Novogradac & Company LLP•Long Beach, CA

5d•$87,000 - $108,500

About The Position

Novogradac & Company LLP is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage a variety of tax, audit, and other assignments designated by a Manager. The role functions with minimal supervision and includes increasing responsibility for engagement management, reviewing engagements, solving problems independently, strengthening client relationships, improving team profitability, and supervising and mentoring Staff Accountants. The Senior Accountant may also be asked to complete other duties and projects and, if not already licensed, work toward obtaining a CPA license. Remote or hybrid arrangements may be available depending on business needs; candidates should discuss options with their recruiter.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in accounting or finance, and 3–5 years of public accounting experience, or an appropriate balance of education and work experience.
Ability to sit for the CPA exam or a passed CPA exam section.
Strong understanding of accounting and tax rules.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Intellectual curiosity.
Accuracy, time efficiency, and strong attention to detail.
Strong organizational and follow-through skills.
Ability to prioritize a fast-paced and varied workload and manage concurrent, shifting priorities.
Ability to accept constructive feedback and make adjustments as directed.
Ability to collaborate and foster a productive, team-oriented environment.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and report-writing tools.
Professional demeanor with coworkers and clients.
Ability to meet internal Firm deadlines, including time entry and billing.
Availability to work evenings and weekends based on position needs and travel domestically if required.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree.
CPA license.
Experience with Affordable Housing, Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), Opportunity Zones (OZ), Renewable Energy Tax Credits (RETC), Historical Tax Credits (HTC), Housing and Urban Development (HUD), New Markets Tax Credits (NMTC), real estate, developers, partnerships, Housing Authorities, Public Housing Authorities, Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI), Community Development Entity Certification Applications (CDE), property compliance, nonprofits, Single Audit, Uniform Guidance, A-133, forecasting, cost segregation, Year 15 Exit, tax-exempt bonds, or HOME programs.

Responsibilities

Complete tax and/or audit projects for designated clients with minimal Manager oversight.
Conduct thorough engagement reviews.
Take on increasing responsibility for engagement management.
Identify potential problem areas during engagements and propose effective solutions.
Conduct business-specific research, including gathering and analyzing data, interpreting results, compiling reports, and making recommendations.
Develop and maintain effective client relationships through professionalism, responsiveness, and service-oriented work.
Build expertise in the firm's industries by seeking out and completing training courses.
Contribute to team profitability by efficiently managing personal time and Staff time, contributing ideas, and adding value.
Supervise and mentor Staff Accountants.
Work toward obtaining a CPA license if not already obtained.
Complete other duties and projects as assigned.

Benefits

Increased number of paid holidays per year.
Competitive salaries with continuous review of market conditions.
Flexible working hours and work arrangements.
Remote and hybrid opportunities, depending on business needs.
Professional growth and development opportunities.
Competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, life and disability insurance, commuter flex accounts, and a 401(k).
401(k) package with firm profit-sharing.
Discretionary annual bonuses for eligible positions and a CPA bonus plan.
Dress for your day policy.
Employee Resource Groups and affinity groups.
Resources of a national firm.