Public Accounting firm based in the San Fernando Valley is seeking an experienced Tax Manager. The position involves significant client interaction and follow-up. You must be a self-starter with strong communication skills that can complete tasks with minimal coaching and supervision.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Review of federal and multi-state income tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, nonprofits and trusts with related work papers
Review of bookkeeping, business license renewals, sales tax, property tax affidavits and payroll tax returns
Preparation and/or review of client engagement letters
Tax research
Correspondence to taxing authorities
Identify possible accounting and tax issues and propose resolution
Maintain constant communication with clients and engagement team to manage expectations and meet deadlines
Assist the principal accountant and partner(s) as needed with resolving client, tax and billing related issues; must be comfortable on the phone and communicating with clients
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
CPA license required
Master’s Degree in Taxation preferred
Lacerte tax software experience a plus
Previous experience large public accounting firm a plus
Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Experience in managing a team of accountants and bookkeepers, and understanding client needs
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Please send resumes to anton.tilgren@jba.com for immediate consideration