Tax Accountant

Focus Financial Partners

• $80K — $100K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of relevant tax preparation experience, preferably in a mid-sized CPA firm
  • BS or Masters in Accounting
  • Strong proficiency in tax laws for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts
  • Motivated self-starter with excellent organizational skills
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
  • Exceptional client service and communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Strong problem-solving abilities, with a creative and logical approach
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and CCH Axcess
  • Flexibility to work nights and weekends as needed

Responsibilities

  • Prepare federal, state, and local tax returns and extensions for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts
  • Create clean and easy-to-follow workpapers
  • Review tax information to identify missing items
  • Conduct tax research as required
  • Communicate issues to seniors and Partners, assisting in problem-solving
  • Perform business management tasks as directed by seniors or Partners

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Potential for annual cash bonuses
  • Support from a larger network while maintaining an entrepreneurial environment
Full Job Description
Position Summary

Altman Greenfield & Selvaggi (AGS) is a fast-growing, boutique Accounting Firm specializing in Business Management for entertainment clients, located in West Los Angeles, CA.

We are currently seeking a Staff Tax Accountant for either of our Westwood, CA or Encino, CA offices. This person is a team player that can roll up their sleeves when needed and can multi-task. There will be direct interaction and collaboration with both Partners, along with the Sr. Accountants and Tax Manager.

This position is a hybrid role: (2-3 days in office). For the first 6 months of employment, new hires are required to be in the office 4 days per week.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Accurately prepare federal, state, and local tax returns and extensions - individuals, corporate, partnerships, and trust returns
  • Accurately prepare clean and easy-to-follow workpapers
  • Review tax information and identify missing items
  • Perform tax research
  • Identify and communicate issues to seniors and Partners and help problem solve to find solutions
  • Carry out business management task at the direction of your seniors or Partners.

Qualifications
  • 4+ years of relevant tax preparation experience; mid-sized CPA industry experience is preferred
  • BS or Masters in Accounting
  • Strong proficiency in tax laws- individual, corporate, partnerships, and trusts
  • Motivated, self-starter
  • Organized and able to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Able to multi-task and prioritize
  • Excelled client service skills
  • Terrific communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Able to problem solve, thinking both creatively and logically
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel
  • Proficiency with CCH Axcess
  • Flexibility to work nights and weekends, as needed


The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $80,000-$100,000 base salary compensation range. Actual base pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, subject matter expertise, geographic location where work will be performed, and the applicant's skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k). Please note that the job title is subject to change based on the selected candidate's experience and education.

#LI-CB1

AGS is part of the Focus Financial Partners' network firm community. As part of the partnership, AGS remains independently operated but gains the support of a broader organization. Whether focused on growth, enhancing capabilities, or planning for the future, being part of Focus means you are part of something larger while still working in an entrepreneurial, firm-led environment.

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Focus Financial Partners

  • Associate Wealth Advisor
    $75K — $100K *
    New York, NY 10025 (New York County)
    Finance & Insurance
    In-Person
  • Tax Manager
    $100K — $150K *
    New York, NY 10025 (New York County)
    Legal & Accounting
    In-Person
  • Wealth Advisor
    $100K — $150K *
    Lake Forest, IL 60045 (Lake County)
    Finance & Insurance
    In-Person
  • Wealth Manager
    $150K — $250K *
    Independence, OH 44131 (Cuyahoga County)
    Finance & Insurance
    In-Person
  • Institutional Investment Advisor
    $150K — $180K *
    Remote
    Finance & Insurance
    Remote in Rochester, NY

More Legal & Accounting Jobs

Find similar Tax Accountant jobs: