Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Tax Accountant to join our dynamic finance team. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to lead complex tax projects, ensure compliance with evolving tax laws, and provide expert guidance on a broad range of tax issues. As a Senior Tax Accountant, you will play a vital role in shaping our tax strategies, supporting financial reporting, and maintaining regulatory adherence across multiple jurisdictions. Your expertise will help drive our organization’s financial integrity and strategic growth initiatives.
Duties
- Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for corporations, partnerships, and individual clients with precision and attention to detail.
- Conduct comprehensive tax research on issues such as estate planning, securities law, LIHTC (Low-Income Housing Tax Credit), and corporate tax law to ensure compliance and optimize tax positions.
- Assist in the development and implementation of tax planning strategies aligned with business objectives, including mergers & acquisitions and asset management activities.
- Support audits by providing detailed documentation, analysis, and explanations related to tax filings and financial statements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on financial report writing, interpretation of financial concepts, and ensuring adherence to GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
- Manage complex client communication regarding tax reporting requirements, regulatory compliance accounting, and technical accounting issues.
- Utilize advanced accounting software such as QuickBooks, Quicken, or specialized financial software to facilitate accurate bookkeeping, balance sheet reconciliation, and general ledger accounting.
Experience
- Proven experience in public accounting or corporate tax environment with a strong background in tax compliance, tax law, and technical accounting principles.
- Extensive knowledge of estate planning, wills, trusts & estate law, auditing practices, and regulatory compliance accounting.
- Demonstrated expertise in financial analysis, financial statement preparation, account reconciliation, and double entry bookkeeping.
- Familiarity with securities law, private equity transactions, mergers & acquisitions, and financial services industry standards.
- Strong analysis skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data for strategic decision-making.
- Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks or similar platforms; experience with financial report writing and interpretation is highly desirable.
- Excellent client communication skills coupled with a proactive approach to problem-solving within a fast-paced environment.
- Relevant certifications or experience in public accounting or corporate finance are preferred; ongoing professional development in tax reporting or regulatory compliance is advantageous.
Join us to leverage your expertise in a vibrant environment that values innovation and precision!
Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Continuing education credits
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid training
- Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Boston, MA 02109
