Senior Tax Accountant

We are a Firm where people truly believe in what they do and strive to achieve the highest standards of performance and success.

General Description:

The Senior Tax Accountant is responsible for overseeing the firm’s tax compliance functions. This role requires a strong understanding of tax laws and regulations, as well as the ability to collaborate with internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions:

• Manage the tax compliance calendar and ensure timely filing of all tax-related documents for the Firm and the Foundation.
• Prepare the Firm’s reporting for sales & use tax, personal property tax and unclaimed property, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable laws.
• Coordinate the annual LLP and Foundation registrations in the various jurisdictions where we operate.
• Support the firm during tax audits, preparing necessary documentation and responding to inquiries from tax authorities.
• Maintain fixed asset records including monthly reporting for financial statement and tax purposes.
• Assist the Tax Director in development and implementation of tax policies and procedures to improve efficiency and compliance.
• Assist the Tax Director in the annual preparation of income tax workpapers and returns. As the firm files as a corporation this includes the filing of Form 1120 and other corporate state and local returns.
• Stay current on changes in tax legislation and industry trends, communicating relevant updates to internal stakeholders.
• Special project and duties as assigned.

Required Skills:

• Excellent analytical skills.
• Proactive approach to tax strategy.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws, with a focus on compliance.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in tax software and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with fixed asset and accounting software is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex tax concepts to non-tax professionals.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a demanding environment.

Required Qualifications & Education:

• Minimum of 3 years of tax accounting experience, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications & Education:

• CPA certification is preferred.
• Master’s degree in taxation or accounting is desirable.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Moderate or advanced keyboard usage

Benefits: Our goal is to promote a work environment in which individuals have access to the resources they need to be at their best both professionally and personally, which includes resources that encourage individuals to focus on their health and well-being. Below is a list of just some of the benefits we offer: generous paid time off; eleven paid holidays per year; time off for bereavement or jury duty; paid leave for new parents; comprehensive medical (PPO and HDHPs), dental and vision plans including coverage for domestic partners; life and AD&D insurance; short and long term disability insurance; tax-advantaged accounts for health care expenses, including FSA or HSA; FSA for dependent care; supplemental AFLAC policies for medical care; excess liability coverage; health advocacy services; behavioral health and counseling resources for all family members; 401(k); profit sharing; pre-tax transit and parking program; backup care for children and adults; senior care planning support; and resources for individuals with development disabilities and their caregivers.

Benefits may vary by position and office.

Holland & Knight is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, marital status, protected veteran or any other protected class.

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