Senior Tax Associate (Relocation To San Diego, Ca)
LOCATION
Mission Valley, CA (Hybrid option available)
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in accounting, minimum of 3 years of tax experience in a public accounting firm, CPA certification or in progress, strong accounting skills, communication skills, and proficiency in Excel and Word.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepare and review tax returns for various entities, supervise and train staff, manage multiple engagements, build client relationships, assist with administration activities, conduct research, and stay updated on tax laws.
INDUSTRY
Public Accounting
SHORT DESCRIPTION
Join PKF San Diego as a Senior Tax Associate, preparing and reviewing tax returns, managing projects, and collaborating within a supportive team to enhance client success while offering opportunities for professional growth.
The ideal SENIOR TAX ASSOCIATE will be a problem solver, organized, excited and willing to take on new challenges, and must possess a growth mindset. This is a great opportunity for an experienced professional looking to bring their skills to a supportive team. You will work with a team that cares about your professional development and work-life balance.
What You’ll Do
- Prepare and review tax returns for “C” and “S” corporations (from start-up to $1 Billion in sales), partnerships, and individuals.
- Supervising staff includes:
- delegating tasks
- on-the-job training
- reviewing work
- providing feedback
- assessing performance
- Managing multiple engagements and contributing to team environment.
- Communicating and building relationships with clients.
- Assist with other company administration and marketing activities as assigned.
- Researching accounting and tax matters.
- Maintains awareness of general business trends and issues and applies that knowledge to client issues and solutions.
- Attends training seminars, professional development, and networking events.
- Become familiar with sections with the IRC
- Corresponding with government agencies to resolve notices
- Bachelor’s (or advanced) degree in accounting.
- Minimum of 3 years of tax experience in a public accounting firm.
- Proficient accounting skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong work ethic and desire to learn.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to organize, prioritize, and delegate.
- Possess critical thinking skills and as well as having an acute attention to detail.
- Adept with Excel and Word.
- Have or are working toward a CPA certification.
- Experience with ProSystem-fx Tax and Access a plus.
- Full time – In Office site is in Mission Valley, CA is preferable, Hybrid option available.
- Relocation assistance available
- $85,000 - $105,000 based on experience and qualifications
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k plus matching)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off and Company-wide Holidays
- Firm-sponsored activities (e.g. baseball & soccer games, holiday party, community service, etc.)
- Discretionary alternative work schedule in the summer
- Mentorship program
- Performance bonus program
- CPE and CPA renewal fees paid for
- Discounted rates for CPA review courses
- Bonus upon passing all four sections of CPA exam
PKF San Diego, LLP is a full-service, public accounting firm, providing audit, tax, and consulting services to our clients. We are located in the Mission Valley area of San Diego and service companies throughout Southern California. We are a friendly, tight-knit team led by partners with decades of experience who work closely with our clients and employees. We prize our ability to build relationships with our clients, add value to their companies, and develop our team members. We are proud to be a recipient of a 2024 Best Places to Work distinction from the San Diego Business Journal, our 2nd in consecutive years.
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