Individuals at this level have a minimum of two years' experience as a staff accountant and normally have passed the CPA or Chartered Accountant exam. Senior Accountants in Tax are expected to:

·          Know and understand the reason behind the firm's policies and procedures

·          Possess technical knowledge sufficient to supervise (“coach”) staff accountants

·          Begin acquiring the skills necessary to develop quality core engagement teams (client) relationships and loyalty

·          Exhibit (or develop) skills and characteristics delineated in the Firm's evaluation forms

·          Begin developing a command of pertinent IRC sections and regulations

·          Become proficient at tax research including knowledge of the reference sources available to the firm

·          Assume responsibility for the supervision of tax return preparation engagements

·          Begin developing proficiency in tax planning

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

·          Prepare individual, corporate and partnership tax returns of varying complexities

·          Prepare quarterly and year-end estimates to assist clients with tax planning

·          Demonstrate competency in technical skills, work quality and application of professional and firm standards

·          Know, understand and abide by the firm's policies and procedures

·          Meet time constraints and client deadlines

·          Prepare other reports, projects and duties as may be assigned

·          Possess technical knowledge sufficient to assist staff associates

·          Begin acquiring the skills necessary to develop quality core engagement teams (client) relationship and loyalty

·          Participate in firm training courses to further develop technical skills

·          Provide excellent client service by producing quality work, quick turnaround and attentive service

·          Become proficient at tax research including a knowledge of the reference sources available to the firm

REQUIREMENTS

·          Master's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting with the 150 hours and must have completed all requirements to be able to sit for the CPA or Chartered Accountant exam. Masters in Tax preferred

·          Actively pursuing CPA or Chartered Accountant license

·          2+ years of public accounting, demonstrating a progression in complexity of tax returns

·          Oral/written communication skills in English

·          Computer literate

·          Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure

·          Ability to prioritize a heavy work load and remain organized

·          Ability to work well in a team environment