Tax Senior Associate
About The Position
Jackson Thornton, an accounting and consulting firm established in Montgomery, Alabama, in 1919, is seeking a Tax Senior Associate with public accounting experience. The role focuses on technical tax expertise and excellent client service. The associate works with team members to complete tax engagements accurately and on time, communicates with clients, mentors interns and associates, and contributes to a positive team culture. The position is primarily based in Jackson Thornton’s Birmingham office and offers hybrid flexibility. The role may suit someone interested in a collaborative, supportive team, continued training and development, and participating in community volunteer opportunities and civic engagement. The successful candidate will use the firm’s tax software and automation tools efficiently, applying professional judgment to review technology- and AI-assisted work before it reaches clients.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
- Two years of public accounting experience with a focus on tax.
- Strong technical knowledge of tax regulations and compliance.
- Proficiency with professional tax preparation software and Microsoft Excel, and ability to learn new systems quickly.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Interest in applying AI and automation tools to tax workflows, with the judgment to know when professional review is required.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Nice To Haves
- CPA license preferred, or actively pursuing a CPA license with at least two parts of the CPA exam passed.
Responsibilities
- Prepare individual, corporate, partnership, and trust tax returns.
- Review returns prepared by interns and provide constructive feedback.
- Communicate directly with clients to gather tax information and resolve questions.
- Research tax issues and contribute to client tax planning strategies.
- Apply technical tax knowledge to identify planning opportunities and potential tax implications for clients.
- Stay current on changes in tax laws and regulations.
- Support the development and training of Tax Associates and Interns.
- Use firm tax software and automation tools efficiently, and professionally review technology- and AI-assisted output before it reaches clients.
- Collaborate with team members to support efficient workflow and exceptional client service.
Benefits
- Health coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Life insurance
- Long-term and short-term disability plans
- Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Paid time off plan
- 401(k) plan with a match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
