Tax Services Associate

Description
Position at Berkowitz Pollack Brant Advisors + CPAs
Established in 1980, Berkowitz Pollack Brant (BPB) is a certified public accounting firm with offices in Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, and New York City.
With more than 400 accountants, tax specialists and consultants, we are one of the largest accounting firms in South Florida and one of the top 100 firms in the United States.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing career opportunities to firm members of all races, genders, sexual orientations and beliefs.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Under the supervision of the Managers and Directors of the Firm, the Tax Services Associate assists the Senior Associates of Tax Services in providing a full-service approach to tax preparation, tax planning, and compliance.
A day in the life of this position may include:

• Prepare tax returns forms for individuals, partnerships, and corporations
• Prepare tax adjustments to financial statements to prepare returns
• Ensure compliance with appropriate state, federal and international tax jurisdictions
• Prepare or review tax filings for timely submission
• Prepare responses for management review in support of external tax audits
• Assist with tax research
• Maintain strong client relations
• Maintain active communication with seniors to manage expectations, ensure satisfaction, make sure deadlines are met, and lead change efforts effectively
• Attend professional development and training sessions on a regular basis and stay informed regarding tax changes and issues that could affect clients

What you bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• Master's in Taxation a plus
• LLM in Taxation or JD a plus
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license or eligibility to take CPA exam
• Excellent analytical, technical and tax accounting/technology skills
• Ability to work additional hours as needed