Councilor, Buchanan & Mitchell, P.C. (Councilor), an accounting and business advisory firm that serves clients throughout Washington, DC, Baltimore, and the Mid-Atlantic region, is currently seeking a dedicated senior tax professional with at least three years of public accounting and tax experience to work primarily on compilation/review and tax engagements for our clients.
Essential Functions- Prepare personal and corporate tax returns, including more complex cases
- Review returns, with the exception of those dealing with specialized issues requiring the expertise of another manager or director
- Review tax accruals and associated working papers
- Assume responsibility for the smooth flow of tax returns
- Act as person-in-charge for a variety of clients, and act as key client for a variety of engagements
- Bill and discuss fees with clients
- Prepare BNA projections and become involved in planning for more complex clients
- Become involved in tax planning for less complex client situations
- Analyze IRS notices and draft responses
- Review IRS notice responses prepared by other tax personnel
- Represent clients before the IRS
- Communicate tax developments to the firm
- Perform more complex tax research and review the research projects of others
- Assist accounting and auditing staff members in client meetings
- Delegate work to and manage/supervise the work of tax staff and senior tax accountants
- Participate in tax department administrative projects
- Work with directors to establish standards for the tax staff and evaluate and counsel tax staff members
- Act as a resource for the tax team
- Contribute to the client service team by producing quality work with quick turnaround and attentive service
- Develop a general understanding of the firm's philosophy and tax opinions
- Establish good working relationships with all directors and staff members
- Demonstrate initiative, creativity, and imagination
Other Functions- Possess time management and organization skills
- Demonstrate industry expertise
- Assist with the training of other tax department personnel
- Develop an entrepreneurial approach to client service and develop good working relationships with client personnel
- Maintain contacts with peers, develop a network of business contacts, meet with prospective clients, and cultivate referrals
- Write articles and make presentations
- Develop a broad, general knowledge of economic, political, and business conditions
- Accept volunteer positions in community organizations
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in accounting or another related program
- Advanced degree (generally a law degree or a master's in taxation) is strongly desired
- CPA certification is strongly desired
- At least three years of recent relevant public accounting, tax, and review experience
- At least two years of management experience and the ability to lead and develop professional staff
- Proficiency in the use of computers and tax software programs (CCH Suite, including Axcess Practice - Tax, QuickBooks, etc.)
- Ability to manage multiple client engagements and prioritize work
Company Benefits - 401(k) and Profit-Sharing Plan
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Bereavement/Jury Duty Leave
- Paid Parental Leave
- FSA/Dependent Care
- Life Insurance
- Short and Long-Term Disability
- Volunteer Community Service Day
- Healthcare Benefits - medical, dental, vision & other programs
- Paid Parking & Metro
- Subsidized Employee Wellness and Fitness Program
- Mentorship Program - Project Clear Path
- Professional Training & Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- CPA and Other Certifications Assistance
- Professional Memberships
- Business Casual Work Environment
- Fun Firm Activities
