Tax Accountant - SEARCH Group Partners

SEARCH Group Partners, a premier recruiting firm, is looking for an experienced Senior Tax Associate for one of our clients located in Salt Lake City, UT. Remote role and position could be based in any location throughout the U.S. but prefer west coast.

Our client is a premiere public accounting firm located in downtown Salt Lake City. Our client maintains a fast-paced, client-oriented environment that offers the right individual the ability to achieve a balanced personal life and a rewarding professional career.

Here are a few things you'll likely find yourself doing in this role...

• Prepare all types of tax returns, including individuals, partnerships, S corporations and trusts as well as information and other compliance returns.
• Assist clients with accounting services including QuickBooks reconciliation and cleanup, as well as adjusting journal entries necessary to prepare tax returns.
• Review simple tax returns prepared by staff for accuracy and look for tax-saving opportunities.
• Research tax issues.
• Communicate with the IRS and other tax authorities as a client advocate.
• Proactively interact with clients to gather information, make recommendations and resolve various tax-related matters.

Here's what you need to have...

• CPA required.
• 2-4 years of experience in public tax accounting at Big4 or National Accounting firm.
• Excellent comprehension of general accounting principles and familiarity with small business financials.
• Experience researching tax issues.
• Ability to work with limited supervision.
• Ability to develop good working relationships with clients with a focus on client service.
• Must possess excellent analytical, oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, able to manage time and prioritize multiple projects effectively to meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to travel to corporate office on occasion.