Tax Senior Associate at GHJ

Buffalo, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Accounting, Tax ServicesIndustries

Requirements

Excellent oral & written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills, including proven experience liaising with clients
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and use good judgment
At least 3 years of experience in preparing individual, corporate and partnership tax returns including complex and specialized tax returns in compliance with individual and business federal and multi-state tax returns
At least one (1) year experience using computerized tax preparation, tax planning and tax research software
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or related degree
Must also hold either a current CPA license or be in the process of obtaining CPA certification (inferred from incomplete description)

Responsibilities

Review tax information submitted by client for completeness; meet with or call clients with questions
Possess knowledge of tax regulations in order to answer clients' questions
Prepare or review personal tax returns of various complexities
Prepare or review corporate, partnership, and S-CORP returns
Prepare or review amended returns of any variety and complexity
Prepare or review personal tax projections
Respond to tax notices of any sort and preparation of initial drafts of any letters required
Perform tax research projects
Complete S-election and requests for accounting changes, as required
Make adjusting entries and complete trial balances in order to prepare a tax return
Prepare tax accruals as may be required in preparing corporate tax returns
Work with confidential client matters; requires ability to keep matters confidential

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Federal TaxState TaxLocal TaxTax CreditsEstate PlanningInternational TaxTax StrategyTax Compliance

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the employment type for the Tax Senior Associate position?

This is a Regular Full-time position.

What are the main responsibilities of the Tax Senior Associate?

Responsibilities include reviewing tax information for completeness, preparing or reviewing personal, corporate, partnership, and S-CORP tax returns, handling tax projections, responding to tax notices, and performing tax research.

What are GHJ's core values?

GHJ is committed to core values of Bright Minds, Brave Hearts, and Bold Actions, which are incorporated into every aspect of the business to achieve strategic objectives like remaining fiercely independent, client success, and people success.

What is the size and expertise of GHJ's Tax Practice team?

The Tax Practice comprises over 100 professionals, most with post-graduate degrees in tax, law, or business and prior Big Four experience, specializing in complex tax issues for privately held businesses.

What kind of candidate is ideal for this Tax Senior Associate role?

This position is ideal for a candidate who wants to directly impact the growth of a high net worth (HNW) practice focused on strategic wealth preservation and planning, offering tremendous growth potential.

GHJ

Accounting and advisory services for nonprofits

About GHJ

GHJ provides accounting and advisory services tailored to nonprofit organizations, food and beverage companies, entertainment and media businesses, and health and wellness sectors. The firm focuses on building strong relationships with clients to support their growth and success. GHJ's services include audit, tax, and advisory, and they leverage their affiliation with HLB International to connect clients with a global network of accounting professionals in over 158 countries. This extensive network allows GHJ to offer clients access to resources and expertise from top firms worldwide. GHJ differentiates itself from competitors through its commitment to personalized service and its recognition as a top workplace, having received multiple awards for employee satisfaction. The firm's goal is to empower clients and its employees to thrive and create a better future.

Los Angeles, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1953Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Consulting, Social ImpactIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Performance Bonus

Professional Development Budget

Risks

Emerging boutique firms in Los Angeles increase competition.

AI-driven software reduces demand for traditional accounting services.

Nonprofit tax regulation changes require rapid adaptation.

Differentiation

GHJ specializes in nonprofit, entertainment, and health and wellness sectors.

Affiliation with HLB International provides global reach and resources.

Recognized as a top-20 largest accounting firm in Los Angeles.

Upsides

Growing demand for ESG reporting creates new service opportunities.

Remote work trend boosts demand for virtual CFO services.

AI integration enhances efficiency and value-added services.

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