Tax Associate - Entry Level

SAX Advisory Group•Parsippany, NJ

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Sax Advisory Group, LLC, we are driven by our ability to turn every client’s dream into a reality. We are a forward-thinking multi-disciplinary accounting, tax, and advisory firm serving the needs of closely held companies, family-owned businesses, not-for-profit entities, government, and high-net-worth individuals. We are dedicated to providing an environment that offers growth, stability and advancement opportunities, in a team member driven culture where contributions are recognized and rewarded. We have everything you need for a dynamic career! We are seeking a motivated entry‑level Tax Associate to join our Tax team. The ideal candidate should be within commuting distance of either our New York City or Parsippany, NJ offices. This role follows a hybrid work schedule with three days in the office and two days remote.

Requirements

Must be motivated, have the ability to multi-task and be organized. Maintain a positive attitude; be cooperative and flexible about the type of work assigned and in assisting other team members with assignments. Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
At least 1 year of work experience in accounting
B.A./B.S. degree in Accounting
EA or CPA exam in progress
Basic experience in tax preparation of individual returns and flow through entity returns
Basic understanding of tax law
Familiarity with tax software

Nice To Haves

Master’s in Taxation is a plus

Responsibilities

Prepare projections, provisions and returns with accuracy and according to firm policies
Prepare tax returns, organize work papers, maintain open item list and conduct self-review of work before submission to reviewer
Ability to organize facts, analyze, interpret information and perform basic research
Identify and develop alternatives for issues and consult with in-charge and/or partner
Master firm’s tax software, research technology tools and related products to accomplish work efficiently
Proactively manages workload and client assignments