Tax In-Charge / Experienced Tax Senior (Honolulu, HI)

Crete Professionals Alliance • Honolulu, HI

93d • $75,000 - $95,000

About The Position

As a Tax In-Charge, you will handle a variety of complex tax-related tasks under the supervision of the tax management group. You will prepare and review complex tax returns, supervise less experienced team members, and participate in training programs. This role requires significant technical, client service, supervision, and administrative skills. Overtime and travel may be required for professional development or client assignments.

Requirements

• Demonstrate a basic understanding of applicable accounting procedures, tax regulations, account reconciliation, calculations, journal entries, and analysis.
• Communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, to convey complex information professionally and concisely to clients and team members.
• Demonstrate familiarity with research tools and methods and the ability to use them effectively.
• Think creatively, even in ambiguous situations.
• Take full responsibility for completing assigned work, keeping supervisor informed of issues and status with respect to budget and deadlines.
• Stay updated on industry trends, new regulations, and best practices.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate level tax coursework is desirable.
• CPA licensure in the State of Hawaii is highly preferred.
• AICPA Membership: If licensed, be a member in good standing with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA).

Responsibilities

• Prepare complex tax returns including corporate, partnership, S-Corp, and not-for-profit returns.
• Review less complex returns prepared by staff to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.
• Identify and appropriately resolve most issues that arise during tax return preparation.
• Perform technical research in situations requiring judgment and formulate alternative courses of action, especially in complex situations.
• Analyze IRS notices and draft responses.
• Review IRS notice responses prepared by staff to ensure they address the issues effectively.
• Prepare tax projections and estimates to assist clients in planning their tax obligations.
• Become involved in client tax planning to identify opportunities for tax savings and compliance.
• Serve as a key client contact, developing strong working relationships with client personnel.
• Communicate effectively with clients to obtain necessary information with minimal disruption.
• Delegate work and supervise tax staff, ensuring the most efficient and effective use of staff time.
• Promptly review staff’s workpapers to maintain high standards of quality and accuracy.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback and on-the-job training to promote the staff’s professional development.
• Actively participate in tax department administrative projects and initiatives, taking the lead on some.
• Manage tax projects, including the preparation of client deliverables, to meet agreed-upon deadlines.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with options for fully paid employee-only coverage for health and dental).
• Company-Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Ancillary Benefits such as supplemental life insurance and short-term disability options.
• Classic Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan with employer contributions.
• Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and development including access to Becker and LinkedIn Learning.
• Flexible work arrangements, unlimited time off, life coaching, fitness and wellness classes, and subsidies for cell phones and meals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree