Prepare and assist with federal and multi-state tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, estates, and trusts. Conduct tax research, support complex tax preparation, assist with projections and quarterly estimates, analyze compliance approaches, stay current on tax law, and communicate with senior staff, managers, and clients.
About Us: Gursey | Schneider LLP is a Top 100 Firm and a 12-time recipient of Inside Public Accounting's Best of the Best Firms, with over 40 years of success in the market. Our firm consists of over 250 accounting professionals, and our talented people consistently drive the success of our business through thoughtful strategy and creative problem-solving.
Job Title: Tax Associate
Department: Tax
Location: Remote/Hybrid
Position Summary: Our Tax Department is looking for a Tax Associate to join our team. The ideal candidate should have relevant internship experience, a solid educational background, and a strong interest in pursuing a career in public accounting or tax. The candidate must also have the ability to perform their duties with precision and accuracy.
Successful candidates should have the following:
- Minimum of 1-2 years of internship experience in Accounting or Tax-related fields, preferably in public accounting.
- Has a comprehensive understanding of Tax Law and knowledge in specific areas, such as individual and corporate taxation of pass-throughs, estate and gift tax, investment advisory, and financial planning.
Educational Requirements:
- To qualify for the position, applicants must have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or any other business-related fields.
- Currently eligible for CPA certification or is in the process of meeting the requirements necessary to obtain the certification
- The candidate must be proficient in Excel and Word, and experience with tax software, such as CCH Axcess, is preferred.
- Additionally, excellent research, writing, and verbal communication skills are required.
A day-in-the-life basic overview includes:
- Prepare and assist with multi-state and federal income tax returns for high-net-worth individuals, corporations, partnerships, entities, estates, and trusts.
- Support complex tax preparation and tax research and assist in research and analysis.
- Support Senior Staff and Managers with year-end projections and quarterly estimates.
- Assist with new tax compliance approaches from reviews to analysis.
- Conduct thorough research and remain up to date with tax laws.
- Liaise regularly with senior staff, managers, and clients while maintaining strong verbal and written presentation skills.
Benefits: G|S offers market-leading benefits, including several medical/dental/vision insurance options, profit-sharing plan contributions, 401(k) match, paid parental leave, generous holiday and PTO, and paid overtime. We also offer many fun intangible perks, such as our annual ski/camping trip, black-tie holiday party, quarterly departmental mixers (travel stipend included), and paid continuing education.
Gursey Schneider LLP Los Angeles, California, USA Office
2121 Avenue of the Stars, Suite 1300, Los Angeles, CA, United States, 90067
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