Experienced Accountant, Tax Services

RubinBrown LLP•Chicago, IL

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About The Position

The Experienced Staff, Tax Services professional manages client engagements with precision and quality, blending technical expertise, client communication, and team leadership to deliver insights, strengthen relationships, and drive performance improvements.

Requirements

Bachelor's/Master's degree in Accounting or related degree, CPA or other related certification
A minimum of two years of current and or recent tax experience in public accounting
Strong technical skills including the ability to effectively utilize technology and the commitment to learning in the technology environment
Excellent supervisory, analytical and leadership ability
Have the ability to meet challenging client requirements, provide services, and possess strong communication, interpersonal, analytical and research abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word and Excel required)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strict adherence to professional ethics
Ability to successfully contribute to the success of a strategic business unit of the firm

Responsibilities

Tax return preparation and review
Working with clients to review, complete and edit their record keeping
Tax research and planning
Consulting on financial and tax matters
Understand tax technical issues commensurate with level of experience
Plan and execute the day-to-day activities of tax engagements of various clients in accordance with RubinBrown Client Service Standards
Prepare and/or review tax returns for business returns (partnership, "C" corporation, "S" corporation, Not-for-Profit) and individuals
Identify and communicate tax planning ideas for clients, including tax research, computations and related documentation
Identify and communicate accounting matters to other engagement team members
Identify performance improvement opportunities
Work closely with and directly communicate with partners, managers, and other team members, in addition to client personnel
Supervise the tax staff assigned to the engagement (if designated as In-Charge)
Participate in the budget process