Tax Senior, C-Corporation (Fully Remote or Hybrid)

WilkinGuttenplan•East Brunswick, NJ

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Established in 1983, WilkinGuttenplan is a leading mid-sized accounting and advisory firm in New Jersey and New York City. The Firm serves a multitude of industries, including closely held and middle-market businesses and their owners, high-net worth individuals, real estate, healthcare, international commerce, sports and entertainment, professional practices, technology, non-profit, condominiums and cooperatives, and many more. Areas of expertise include tax, auditing, compilations, reviews, financial statement preparation, business valuations and trust & estate solutions. WilkinGuttenplan is an independent member of the BDO Alliance USA. At WilkinGuttenplan, we strive to ensure we foster an inclusive and flexible environment for all our employees while also assisting them in achieving their unique career goals through our coaching program. We are seeking a Tax Senior with C-Corporation experience to join our dynamic team. This position focuses on the preparation of federal and state corporate income tax returns, including consolidated and multistate filings, while working closely with managers and partners on tax provision, planning, and consulting engagements for our corporate clients. We are looking for a detail-oriented individual who exhibits excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills and is eager to grow into a review and leadership role.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent field required; a Master’s in Taxation is a plus.
CPA license or active pursuit of CPA licensure preferred.
3–4 years of progressive tax compliance experience in public accounting, with a strong focus on the preparation of Form 1120/Form 1120-S.
Hands-on experience preparing consolidated corporate returns and multistate filings is required.
Working knowledge of state and local tax (SALT), including nexus, apportionment, and state-specific filing requirements.
Familiarity with tax provision calculations under ASC-740 is a plus.
Exposure to M&A transactions, corporate reorganizations, or international reporting (e.g., Forms 5471 and 5472) is a plus.
Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Strong accounting knowledge and an inquisitive nature, with the confidence to ask questions and work through problems to find solutions.
Proficiency in GoSystem Tax RS preferred, along with Excel.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact with clients and team members.
Experience training or supervising staff is a plus.
Outstanding collaboration, communication, organization, and analytical skills.
Possess and demonstrate strong understanding and alignment with our firm’s core values of Honesty and Candor, Continual Learning, Innovation, Mentorship, Leadership, Team Player and Client Committed.

Nice To Haves

Master’s in Taxation
CPA license or active pursuit of CPA licensure
Familiarity with tax provision calculations under ASC-740
Exposure to M&A transactions, corporate reorganizations, or international reporting (e.g., Forms 5471 and 5472)
Proficiency in GoSystem Tax RS
Experience training or supervising staff

Responsibilities

Prepare Form 1120 for standalone corporate entities and consolidated groups, including consolidating schedules, intercompany eliminations, and supporting workpapers.
Prepare multistate corporate income and franchise tax returns, including apportionment calculations, state modifications, and combined/unitary filings.
Assist with state and local tax (SALT) matters, including nexus reviews, PTE elections, and responding to state tax notices.
Prepare quarterly estimated tax calculations and extensions, ensuring compliance with federal and state estimated tax rules.
Assist with tax provision calculations under ASC-740, including current and deferred tax computations and supporting documentation.
Prepare book-to-tax reconciliations and key calculations such as Section 163(j) interest limitations, depreciation, and accounting method adjustments.
Conduct research on corporate and state tax issues and clearly document findings for manager and partner review.
Support managers and partners on corporate reorganizations and mergers & acquisitions (M&A) transactions, including tax due diligence.
Assist in training and reviewing the work of interns and associates.
Communicate effectively, both written and verbally, with clients and team members to gather information and resolve open items.
Employ strong time management skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines across multiple engagements.
Stay abreast of evolving federal and state tax laws and regulations.