Senior Associate - Lufkin Tax

Finance · Full-time · TX, United States

Job description

Axley & Rode, LLP is a multi-office public accounting firm based out of East Texas that provides a wide range of services in audit and assurance, tax return preparation and planning, bookkeeping and advisory. Our clients range from business, local governmental entities, non-profit organizations, entrepreneurs and individuals in a wide variety of industries across the United States and abroad.

We are currently looking for an experienced Senior Tax Associate to join our team. This position is an in office employee. Ideal candidate must have a minimum of 4 years of experience in public accounting in the areas of federal income tax return preparation (individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts) state return preparation and knowledge in payroll and financial statement preparation. Candidate must be a Texas resident. An active CPA license is preferred.

SUMMARY

The day to day job responsibilities of this position is the preparation or review of tax returns and assist with tax planning and consulting. The position requires an individual to be self-motivated and disciplined with a high attention to detail, understanding of federal and state due dates and willingness to help other team members. Experience and/or the ability to adapt in the fast pace environment of public accounting is necessary. Training for all programs and applications will be provided upon the start of employment. Performance will be evaluated based annual billed production.

JOB CHARACTERISTICS

  • High attention to detail

  • Ability to prioritize work in a high volume, fast paced environment

  • Adhere to guidelines and procedures set in place to produce a high-quality work product

  • Competence to research evolving topics and make informed, accurate decisions

  • Completing tasks from start to finish

  • Strong ability to effectively communicate with peers and clients via email, phone and/or in-person

  • Ability to work independently complete tasks from start to finish, with minimum oversight

  • Production based position with performance based off billed production

  • Must be available to participate in phone calls or meetings between 8am – 5 pm, Monday – Friday. Will be notified in advance if participation is required

  • Will be required to attend semi-annual firm meetings. Exceptions will be made on case by case basis

  • Will be required to complete one week of in-person training in our Lufkin, TX office

  • Possible future in person office visits will depend on overall experience and performance

BENEFITS

  • Competitive Salary based on experience and technical knowledge
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Voluntary & Group Life Insurance
  • Short and Long Term Disability
  • Dependent Care and Adoption FSA
  • Volunteer Opportunities within the community