TAX ASSOCIATE - PRIVATE EQUITY & REAL ESTATE PRACTICE

FTS US Inc. • Greenwich, CT

2h • Onsite

About The Position

Tax Associates serve as members of various client service teams with a focus on tax compliance for various partnerships such as private equity and real estate clients. Associates receive both formal and on-the-job training to expand and develop their technical skills. In addition to the preparation of tax returns, associates also participate in the tax planning and consultation process for clients and are also responsible for basic tax research. Tax Associates are expected to complete all aspects of accounting and tax engagements for clients including status updates to engagement managers and adhere to all quality control standards as required.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of private equity or real estate partnership taxation experience
• Strong computer skills with strengths in Microsoft Excel & other Microsoft Office products
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related degree and/or an advanced degree in Accounting, Taxation, JD or L.L.M.
• A minimum GPA of 3.0
• Strong multitasking and organizational skills
• Strong analytical skills with an ability to self-review with an attention to detail
• Initiative to seek out opportunities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong interpersonal skills, with an ability to interact with and gain the respect of all levels of internal and client personnel

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of foreign reporting requirements
• Experience with BNA, CCH, Checkpoint or other tax research tools

Responsibilities

• Preparation of tax returns
• Participate in the tax planning and consultation process for clients
• Responsible for basic tax research
• Complete all aspects of accounting and tax engagements for clients
• Provide status updates to engagement managers
• Adhere to all quality control standards

What This Job Offers

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