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Tax Associate
Date: Aug 17, 2010
Location: Portland, OR, US
Tax Associate
US Member Firm of an International Accounting Firm
Grant Thornton LLP is the U.S. member firm of Grant Thornton International, one of the six global Accounting, Tax and Business Advisory organizations. Through member firms in 110 countries, including 49 offices in the United States, the Partners and Employees of Grant Thornton member firms provide personalized attention and the highest quality service to public and private clients around the globe.
Position Summary:
The Tax Associate for an International Accounting Firm works closely with staff on all phases of project and engagement management for multiple clients. The Tax Associate will assist with and learn to conduct preparation of tax returns for individuals, trusts, partnerships, corporations, and foreign entities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
· Prepare tax returns for S corporations, C corporations, partnerships, estates, trusts, not-for-profits, employee benefit plans, and foreign clients.
· Research and consult on various tax matters; utilize tax-related software to prepare and process returns
· Respond to inquiries from the IRS and other tax authorities.
· Maintain a good working relationship with clients and work effectively with client management and staff at all levels to gather information and perform tax services.
· Work closely with senior associates and managers to promptly resolve client problems or tax issues encountered in preparation process.
· Gain understanding of client operations, processes, and business objectives, and utilize that knowledge on engagements.
Required Skills and Experience:
· Bachelor's degree in Accounting and strong desire to pursue CPA.
· 1 - 2 years of Tax accounting experience with a public accounting firm.
· Strong teamwork and analytical skills and attention to detail.
· Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Additional Information:
· Ability to work additional hours as needed and travel to various client sites.
Benefits:
Grant Thornton LLP promotes a nationally recognized culture of health and offers an extensive array of benefits to meet individual lifestyles. For a complete list of benefits please visit www.gt.com.
US Member Firm of an International Accounting Firm
Grant Thornton LLP is the U.S. member firm of Grant Thornton International, one of the six global Accounting, Tax and Business Advisory organizations. Through member firms in 110 countries, including 49 offices in the United States, the Partners and Employees of Grant Thornton member firms provide personalized attention and the highest quality service to public and private clients around the globe.
Position Summary:
The Tax Associate for an International Accounting Firm works closely with staff on all phases of project and engagement management for multiple clients. The Tax Associate will assist with and learn to conduct preparation of tax returns for individuals, trusts, partnerships, corporations, and foreign entities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
· Prepare tax returns for S corporations, C corporations, partnerships, estates, trusts, not-for-profits, employee benefit plans, and foreign clients.
· Research and consult on various tax matters; utilize tax-related software to prepare and process returns
· Respond to inquiries from the IRS and other tax authorities.
· Maintain a good working relationship with clients and work effectively with client management and staff at all levels to gather information and perform tax services.
· Work closely with senior associates and managers to promptly resolve client problems or tax issues encountered in preparation process.
· Gain understanding of client operations, processes, and business objectives, and utilize that knowledge on engagements.
Required Skills and Experience:
· Bachelor's degree in Accounting and strong desire to pursue CPA.
· 1 - 2 years of Tax accounting experience with a public accounting firm.
· Strong teamwork and analytical skills and attention to detail.
· Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Additional Information:
· Ability to work additional hours as needed and travel to various client sites.
Benefits:
Grant Thornton LLP promotes a nationally recognized culture of health and offers an extensive array of benefits to meet individual lifestyles. For a complete list of benefits please visit www.gt.com.
Nearest Major Market: Portland Oregon
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