Tax Associate (Coral Gables, FL)

Nichols Cauley • Coral Gables, FL

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Tax Associate is responsible for assisting in the preparation of federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and non-profit organizations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, MAcc preferred
• 1-2 years of recent experience preparing tax returns in a public accounting environment preferred
• Enrolled Agent (EA), CPA or working toward CPA designation is preferred
• Working knowledge of tax preparation software (e.g., ProSystem fx, UltraTax, Lacerte, or similar)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Responsibilities

• Prepare individual, corporate, partnership, and trust income tax returns
• Gather, organize, and analyze client financial information
• Identify potential tax credits, deductions, and liabilities
• Assist in responding to IRS and state tax notices
• Maintain client confidentiality and protect sensitive information
• Stay updated on tax laws and regulations to ensure compliance
• Communicate with clients to request documentation and clarify information
• Support senior accountants and partners with tax planning and research

Benefits

• Compensation commensurate with experience
• 401K plan (with up to 4% salary paid employer contributions)
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Flexible work arrangements
• Generous Paid time-off & Holidays
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee life insurance
• Supplemental life insurance for Employee and Dependents
• Long-term Disability insurance
• Short-term Disability insurance
• Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Childcare Assistance

What This Job Offers

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