Tax Staff

Ascend Partner Firms•Los Angeles, CA

3d•$58,000 - $80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Tax Staff at Lucas Horsfall, you will prepare federal, state, local and special tax returns. You will carry out your outstanding project management, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills. Our company is team-oriented and prides itself on providing quality work and excellent customer relations in a friendly, superior working environment. This role will be achieved in a remote or hybrid work model (3 days per week in office) out of our Pasadena or Encino office location.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
Must be working towards becoming a licensed Certified Public Accountant.
Minimum of one year of accounting experience with individual and business (corporate/partnership) tax returns.
Excellent project management, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Self-motivator with the ability to multi-task and complete assignments within time constraints and deadlines.
A strong desire toward career advancement and goal toward future firm ownership.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with clients in the following industries: manufacturing, distribution, real estate, and/or construction.
Knowledge of CCH Axcess Tax and Lacerte.

Responsibilities

Prepares federal, state, local and special tax returns by collecting, analyzing, and formatting financial information.
Complies with federal, state, and local requirements by studying regulations and enforcing adherence to requirements
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops or classes, conduct tax research, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed, including special projects.
Prioritize and manage multiple projects and deadlines.