Keller Executive Search International is hiring a
Junior Tax Associate

Summary

The job description is for a Junior Tax Associate position at a prestigious accounting and advisory firm. The role involves working in a hybrid model, preparing and reviewing tax returns, conducting research on complex tax issues, assisting in tax planning and structuring, helping prepare tax provisions and disclosures, analyzing and interpreting tax laws, representing clients in tax examinations and disputes, contributing to client presentations and proposals, staying current with changes in tax legislation and regulations, participating in client meetings and conference calls, and developing and maintaining client relationships. The job requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, minimum of 2 years of experience in tax, proficient in tax software and Microsoft Office Suite, excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills, ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines, strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both virtually and in-person. Preferred skills include experience with corporate tax, partnership tax, and individual tax issues, familiarity with tax research tools and databases, knowledge of financial statements and accounting principles, experience in specific industries, proficiency in virtual collaboration tools and remote work technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in tax, preferably in a public accounting or professional services environment
• Strong knowledge of tax laws and regulations
• Previous experience in tax preparation and compliance
• Proficient in tax software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in both remote and in-office settings
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both virtually and in-person

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and other entities
• Conduct research on complex tax issues and prepare comprehensive memoranda
• Assist in tax planning and structuring for various transactions, collaborating virtually and in-person with team members and clients
• Help prepare tax provisions and disclosures for financial statements
• Analyze and interpret tax laws, regulations, and rulings
• Assist in representing clients in tax examinations and disputes with tax authorities, through both virtual and in-person meetings
• Contribute to the preparation of client presentations and proposals
• Stay current with changes in tax legislation and regulations
• Participate in client meetings and conference calls, both virtually and in-person as needed
• Assist in developing and maintaining client relationships through various communication channels

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA certification or actively pursuing CPA
• Experience with corporate tax, partnership tax, and individual tax issues
• Familiarity with tax research tools and databases
• Knowledge of financial statements and accounting principles
• Experience in specific industries (e.g., financial services, technology, real estate)
• Proficiency in virtual collaboration tools and remote work technologies

Benefits

• Competitive salary range: $65K - $115K, commensurate with experience
• Hybrid work model, balancing in-office collaboration with remote work flexibility
• Performance-based bonus potential
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Parental leave
• Opportunities for community involvement and volunteer work
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Mentorship programs and clear career progression paths
• State-of-the-art technology and resources to support seamless hybrid work