Tax Senior - Enterprise

UHY • Farmington Hills, MI

21d

About The Position

As an Enterprise Senior, you will be in a new position of advanced technical aptitude and supervisory responsibilities. A Senior Accountant must be able to handle more complex assignments than the staff, begin to learn the complete process of managing all tasks regarding client work, and take a lead role in developing/reviewing the work of less experienced staff. The Senior Accountant role is the bridge between the staff, who are executing the client-service related tasks, and the management, who are strategizing and overseeing successful completion of efficient engagement activity and top-quality client service. JOB DESCRIPTION Tax Preparation & Review: Collaborate with partners, managers, and clients to develop comprehensive audit plans tailored to client needs and risks Identify key areas for audit focus, potential risks, and necessary resources Lead and manage a portfolio of tax engagements, including planning, preparation, and review of various tax returns (individual, corporate, partnership, etc.) Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, addressing their tax-related inquiries, providing recommendations, and fostering strong client relationships Collaborate with partners and managers to ensure seamless client service delivery and alignment with overall firm objectives Research and Analysis: Stay current with evolving accounting standards, regulations, and industry trends, and apply this knowledge to engagements Assess the application of accounting principles and standards, and provide recommendations for improvements Conduct thorough tax research and analysis to develop tax planning strategies for clients, and collaborate with the internal team to provide guidance on complex tax matters Client Communication: Effectively communicate complex tax concepts and strategies to clients, tailoring explanations to their understanding and addressing their questions or concerns Prepare and deliver presentations to clients on tax-related matters, providing insights into their financial situations and potential tax implications Compliance and Documentation: Review and oversee the preparation of tax returns to ensure accuracy, compliance with regulations, and adherence to internal quality control standards Monitor and manage tax filing deadlines, extensions, and other compliance requirements to avoid penalties and ensure timely submissions Stay current with federal, state, and local tax laws, regulations, and changes, ensuring the firm and its clients are compliant with the latest tax requirements Team Collaboration: Collaborate with other audit and tax professionals within the firm to share insights, knowledge, and best practices Supervise and mentor tax staff, providing guidance, training, and feedback to foster their professional growth and ensure the quality of their work Cultivate a collaborative team environment, promoting knowledge sharing and effective communication among team members Participate in internal training sessions to enhance your technical skills and stay updated on industry trends Process Improvement and Innovation: Identify opportunities to enhance tax workflows, processes, and methodologies, contributing to the continuous improvement of the firm's tax services Supervisory responsibilities May supervise subordinate team members Work environment Work is conducted in a professional office environment with minimal distractions Physical demands Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and performing work in front of a computer screen for long periods of time Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at a time Travel required Travel, if required, is unpredictable and will depend on a client’s needs

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• 3 – 5 years of relevant experience in public accounting, financial consulting, or similar setting

Nice To Haves

• Experience in professional service environment, such as a CPA firm, financial consulting firm, or similar setting
• Actively working towards achieving CPA licensure or relevant certification, if not already attained
• Responsible for completing the minimum CPE credit requirement

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with partners, managers, and clients to develop comprehensive audit plans tailored to client needs and risks
• Identify key areas for audit focus, potential risks, and necessary resources
• Lead and manage a portfolio of tax engagements, including planning, preparation, and review of various tax returns (individual, corporate, partnership, etc.)
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, addressing their tax-related inquiries, providing recommendations, and fostering strong client relationships
• Collaborate with partners and managers to ensure seamless client service delivery and alignment with overall firm objectives
• Stay current with evolving accounting standards, regulations, and industry trends, and apply this knowledge to engagements
• Assess the application of accounting principles and standards, and provide recommendations for improvements
• Conduct thorough tax research and analysis to develop tax planning strategies for clients, and collaborate with the internal team to provide guidance on complex tax matters
• Effectively communicate complex tax concepts and strategies to clients, tailoring explanations to their understanding and addressing their questions or concerns
• Prepare and deliver presentations to clients on tax-related matters, providing insights into their financial situations and potential tax implications
• Review and oversee the preparation of tax returns to ensure accuracy, compliance with regulations, and adherence to internal quality control standards
• Monitor and manage tax filing deadlines, extensions, and other compliance requirements to avoid penalties and ensure timely submissions
• Stay current with federal, state, and local tax laws, regulations, and changes, ensuring the firm and its clients are compliant with the latest tax requirements
• Collaborate with other audit and tax professionals within the firm to share insights, knowledge, and best practices
• Supervise and mentor tax staff, providing guidance, training, and feedback to foster their professional growth and ensure the quality of their work
• Cultivate a collaborative team environment, promoting knowledge sharing and effective communication among team members
• Participate in internal training sessions to enhance your technical skills and stay updated on industry trends
• Identify opportunities to enhance tax workflows, processes, and methodologies, contributing to the continuous improvement of the firm's tax services

Benefits

• POSITIVE WORK ENVIRONMENT Enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment where teamwork is valued.
• ATTRACTIVE COMPENSATION PACKAGES Our compensation is competitive and tailored to reflect the role, qualifications, and expertise of each individual.
• COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE Access comprehensive benefits including group health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and generous paid time off (PTO) allowances.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees