Tax Senior in Gainesville

Job Description

A leading local firm is searching for a self-motivated Senior Tax Associate to join their growing team. They are committed to hiring a highly motived individual who is looking to enhance their career path and make a lasting impact. The firm strives to provide an environment that allows for continued learning through hands-on work experience, inner office mentoring and national training programs. Work-life balance is a must for this firm too. 

Essential Functions of the Senior Tax Associate:

• Prepare and file state and local sales and use tax returns, including compilation and analysis of financial data
• Performing a detailed technical review of state and local indirect tax returns
• Maintain and update sales tax return worksheets and procedures
• Assisting with drafting new proposals for new and existing clients.
• Respond to sales tax inquiries raised by internal customers and taxing jurisdictions
• Register, renew and cancel state, county, city and local sales tax permits
• Develop and maintain sales tax knowledge relating to laws and regulations in assigned states
• Identify process improvements and cost savings opportunities
• Assist with training of new team members

Job Requirements of the Senior Tax Associate:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax or related field
• CPA Certification, additional specialty certifications a plus
• 2+ years of proven experience in a Senior Tax Associate role
• Ability to utilize firm technology
• Strong multi-tasking skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Passion and desire to be in public accounting and ability to look at the full picture of clients’ needs
• Some travel may be required

 Compensation and Benefit package for Senior Tax Associates:

• An exceptional compensation package will be offered to the successful Senior Tax Associate
• 401k 
• Health/dental/vision insurance
• PTO

To be considered, please apply with a resume. If you have any other questions or wish to discuss any other Accounting positions, reach out to me directly:

Erin Madson / 763.219.8083 / erin.madson@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.