Tax Associate

Description Jackie Meza with Robert Half is seeking a Tax Associate. This role involves preparing individual, corporate, and partnership tax returns, identifying tax savings opportunities, researching tax regulations, and assisting with tax audits. As a Tax Associate, your responsibility will be to ensure our clients' financial operations comply with relevant laws and internal policies. Contact Jackie Meza at 209.227.6563. Responsibilities: Preparing individual, corporate, and partnership tax returns ensuring accuracy and compliance with tax laws. Identifying tax savings opportunities for clients to optimize financial efficiency. Researching and staying updated with tax regulations to ensure compliance in all operations. Assisting with tax audits by providing necessary information and clarification. Collaborating with senior accountants to ensure our clients' financial operations are in line with relevant laws and internal policies. Utilizing your proficiency in tax preparation software for efficient and accurate processing of tax returns. Applying your strong understanding of tax laws to all tasks and responsibilities. Maintaining excellent analytical skills to interpret tax laws and regulations effectively. Displaying good interpersonal skills in all interactions with clients and team members. Working actively towards obtaining their CPA license.Requirements Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field Minimum of 1 year of experience in a tax or accounting role Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems Experience in preparing tax returns Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills Ability to work independently as well as in a team Knowledge of tax regulations and laws Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Enrolled Agent (EA) designation is preferred Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel Ability to handle confidential information responsibly Willingness to continually update skills and knowledge to keep up with changes in the tax laws Availability to work extended hours during peak tax season. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .