Senior Accountant
Employer: Zhou Agency
Location: 625 N Michigan Ave Ste 1705 Chicago, IL 60611
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Tax Specialist to join our team. This role will support the preparation of complex tax returns for high-net-worth individuals and their businesses. The ideal candidate must possess exceptional tax knowledge, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to research and problem-solving.
Responsibilities:
Assist with the preparation and data input for individual and small business tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance with current tax laws and regulations.
Collaborate closely with tax preparers and other team members to gather and input detailed financial data.
Perform in-depth tax research and analysis to support tax preparation.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations, with a special focus on the intricacies affecting real estate investors.
Review and verify tax information provided by clients for completeness and consistency.
Assist in preparing supporting documentation for tax filings and responding to inquiries from tax authorities as needed.
Ensure client confidentiality and the security of all financial data.
Requirements:
Qualified candidates must be able to demonstrate a high capacity to work independently, must be detail-oriented, and be able to take on multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation preferred.
Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in tax preparation for individuals and small businesses in a public accounting firm.
Strong expertise in real estate investor taxation.
Proven ability to conduct thorough and accurate tax research.
UltraTax experience preferred.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Ability to analyze complex tax scenarios and recommend practical solutions.
Why Work with Us
Salary and commission structure based on job experience, 401K, profit sharing
Paid vacation, Holidays and Maternity Leave
Medical, Dental/Vision, and Life Insurance
Position is primarily in office (hybrid)
Employment Type
Full-time
Apply To:
Please send your resume to jwang@zhouagency.com