Tax Senior Associate

Frazier & Deeter • Plymouth, MN

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Tax Senior Associate at Frazier & Deeter, you will support a range of tax-related activities to help clients remain compliant and optimize their tax positions. You will work with experienced professionals on tax preparation, research, planning, and client interactions, helping clients minimize tax liability while complying with changing tax laws and regulations. The role includes providing tax consulting and compliance services and may involve supporting stock option planning and international tax matters. You will also help clients understand tax implications related to investments, mergers and acquisitions, reorganizations, and liquidations, working with a team to deliver practical, strategic guidance. The position includes mentoring tax associates and supervising, reviewing, training, and developing staff accountants.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and/or Master’s degree in Accounting or Taxation.
• Licensed CPA or actively working toward a CPA license.
• 2–6 years of progressive public accounting tax experience.
• Expertise preparing individual, partnership, corporate, trust, and tax-exempt organization tax returns.
• Ability to supervise, review, train, and develop staff accountants.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, including the ability to interpret complex tax laws and regulations.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Mentor tax associates, provide guidance on complex tax issues, and help develop their skills.
• Prepare, review, and analyze tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts, and other entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Assist with inquiries and correspondence from tax authorities by drafting letters and supporting documentation and communicating with IRS personnel.
• Participate in client meetings and presentations, clearly explaining tax-related concepts.
• Support tax department administrative tasks, including organizing and maintaining client files and documentation.
• Supervise, review, train, and develop staff accountants.
• Support tax consulting and compliance services, including initiatives involving stock option planning and international tax matters.
• Help clients understand the tax implications of investments, mergers and acquisitions, reorganizations, and liquidations.

What This Job Offers

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