Senior Associate

Hutchinson & Bloodgood LLP•San Diego, CA

33d•$70,000 - $110,000

About The Position

Are you interested in becoming a valued member of a remarkable team and firm? A place where your talents can shine as you assist clients in improving their financial, tax, and business aspects? Are you seeking a collaborative, innovative, and fulfilling work environment where your contributions are recognized and rewarded? Look no further! With over 100 years in the industry, our firm serves clients locally and globally. Our expertise extends across a wide array of industries, ensuring that we can cater to the unique needs of clients from diverse sectors. Join our team and experience a collaborative and enriching work environment. With an emphasis on continuous technical training and the development of essential skills, we prioritize your success by providing the tools and resources needed to thrive in the world of public accounting! Job Summary: The Senior Associate (International Tax) prepares or reviews tax returns for individuals and organizations, researches tax questions, offers suggestions for tax planning, and studies law for potential tax savings.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
3+ years Tax Accounting
Strong understanding of accounting theory and accounting practices
Strong understanding of the rules, regulations, and code of conduct
Strong familiarity with pertinent IRC (Internal Revenue Code) sections and regulations
Strong proficiency in the preparation of corporate, individual, partnership and other tax returns prepared by the Firm
Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
Strong ability to work under pressure, multi-task and meet deadlines
Strong PC skills, including Microsoft Windows and Office applications
Strong abilities with various accounting systems
High level of enthusiasm to work collaboratively in a team environment to meet and exceed expectations for internal and external clients
Self-motivated, adaptable, able to work with minimal direction in a high pressure environment
Works independently and is self-motivated to complete tasks and assignments with a minimum amount of supervision and is flexible to accept tasks and projects
Upholds the professional standards of conduct for respectful behavior and demonstrates a high degree of personal integrity

Nice To Haves

MBA a plus
CPA certification (preferred)

Responsibilities

Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the client’s business that extends beyond tax-related aspects
Recognizes problems, assesses alternatives
Prepares and reviews tax returns for individuals and organizations
Researches tax questions
Offers suggestions for tax planning
Clearly communicate recommendations verbally and in writing
Builds client relationships
Successfully identifies accounting, business, and tax issues/opportunities and develops solutions/recommendations
Works independently with a minimum of supervision
Follows all policies and procedures established by firm
Enters time daily to ensure current and accurate tracking of hours
Assigns hours to each client to ensure accurate billing
Follows safety rules according to firm Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP)
Accepts special projects as assigned