Senior Associate - Tax

Miller Kaplan • Burbank, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Associate in the Tax department is responsible for working with a team of dedicated professionals delivering excellent tax service to our clients. Miller Kaplan is a different kind of CPA firm; we believe in building a legacy—yours. We want to give our clients the very best, and we understand that begins with helping our employees be their best through professional mentorship, life-work integration, and a sense of community.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with at least 2 classes in taxation, or equivalent course work with a bachelor’s degree in another subject.
• Qualified to sit for the CPA exams.
• Two to three years of experience in tax preparation of individual, pass-through entity, and corporate returns.
• Emotional intelligence and empathy in dealing with colleagues and clients.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Humility in receiving instruction and correction.
• Passion for learning.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.

Nice To Haves

• Competence with UltraTax, Go Systems, or other tax preparation software.
• CPA license.
• Master’s degree in Taxation.
• Paperless office experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Willingness to learn and be a team player.
• Assist tax manager with tax research and compliance functions.
• Assist with developing and implementing revenue generating concepts.
• Prepare and review tax returns (individual, corporate, partnership, etc.).
• Assures compliance with federal, state and local tax laws and regulations.
• Conduct research and planning according to applicable tax laws and regulations.
• Prepare sales tax audits, annual tax forms, projections and tax notices.
• Minimize tax liability through sound and informed application of laws and regulations.
• Maintain tax records, related schedules and related reports.
• Perform other related duties and projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: $72,000-$85,000
• Generous Paid Time Off: Start with 20 days and watch it grow, plus 2 extra days annually for managers.
• Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical options include HMO, PPO, HDHP, with fully covered dental and vision for you.
• Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Hybrid & Remote Flexibility
• Basic life insurance, voluntary life insurance, and long-term disability coverage.
• Dependent Care and Pet Insurance
• Bereavement Paid Time Off
• Sabbatical and Personal Leave Options
• Social Events
• Referral Bonuses
• Commuter Benefits
• Professional Development: Reimbursement for licenses, memberships, CPE allowance, and access to classes through Becker.
• Retirement Plans: Tailored 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan
• Support for Professional Certifications: Assistance on your journey to CPA or CFE, including study materials, exam reimbursements, and bonuses.
• Leadership Development and Mentorship

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior