Tax Associate

HBK•Paramus, NJ

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

HBK is growing and is recognized as a Top 50 accounting firm and a Top 100 registered investment advisory. We seek capable, dedicated professionals to join our dynamic team, offering unique career path support and resources for success. We are entrepreneurs working with entrepreneurs, acting as consultants rather than just number crunchers, influencing our communities and our clients' finances. If you are passionate about helping people, this role is for you.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting
0-2 years of accounting experience
Knowledge of basic accounting concepts
Insight and ability to handle in-charge responsibilities

Responsibilities

Perform interim accounting services (monthly or quarterly) for small companies with repetitive tasks and prepare substantiating work papers.
Prepare organized, neat, cross-referenced, and conclusion-supported work papers.
Take ownership of engagements, meeting or beating deadlines and budgets.
Update and calculate depreciation and amortization, entering asset activity into depreciation software.
Prepare payroll tax, sales and other local tax, personal property, and simple to average income tax returns.
Compile raw data into trial balance format, including recapping cash receipts and disbursements.
Prepare tax returns using HBK software.
Prepare tax adjusting journal entries, tax reconciliation, and perform import into tax software.
Practice effective communication in all tasks.
Identify problem areas for discussion with the engagement leader.
Follow firm procedures and comply with firm policies.
Maintain strict confidentiality of client and firm business.
Stay updated on all professional pronouncements.
Work overtime as required.
Maintain professional conduct at client offices and internally.
Take the CPA exam at every offering and pass it within two years of hire.
Use reference materials (HBK resources, PPC, CCH) for non-complex tax and accounting questions.