Job Description
Elevate your career with Apex Tax Solutions, a premier firm dedicated to financial excellence. We are currently seeking a highly skilled Tax Associate to join our dynamic team in Chandler, Arizona. This role offers the unique opportunity to work with a flexible schedule, allowing you to balance professional growth with personal commitments.
In this position, you will play a critical role in ensuring our clients receive accurate and timely tax preparation services. You will collaborate with a team of seasoned professionals and utilize cutting-edge tax software to streamline the filing process.
Why Join Us?
- Flexible Work Arrangements: Design a schedule that works for you.
- Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary package plus performance bonuses.
- Professional Development: Ongoing training and mentorship opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and file federal and state individual and corporate tax returns with precision and adherence to deadlines.
- Conduct thorough research on complex tax regulations and ensure compliance with current tax laws.
- Communicate effectively with clients to gather necessary documentation and explain tax strategies.
- Utilize tax preparation software (e.g., Lacerte, ProSystem fx, or Drake) to manage case files efficiently.
- Review and audit work papers prepared by junior staff to ensure accuracy and quality control.
- Assist in the resolution of tax discrepancies and correspondence with IRS and state tax authorities.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in tax preparation or accounting (CPA or EA certification preferred but not always required for contract roles).
- Strong working knowledge of U.S. federal and state tax codes and regulations.
- Proficiency in accounting software and tax preparation programs (e.g., QuickBooks, TurboTax, Lacerte).
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a customer-centric approach.
- Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to accuracy and confidentiality.