Staff Tax Accountant (Nonprofit Services)

Company: Marcum LLP
Location: Washington
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

The Staff Tax Accountant primarily performs nonprofit tax preparation with supervision. The staff tax accountant is instructed by a senior/supervisor accountant regarding the work to be performed, performs the work and makes revisions based on the review performed by the senior/supervisor accountant. The staff accountant is able to apply tax rules and accounting principles with supervision and bring to the senior accountant's attention all issues, questions, and concerns noted while performing the work.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:* Reviews tax information supplied by client; may meet with or call client with questions.* Assists with the preparation and detail review of federal, state, local and special tax returns.* Prepares, or assists in the preparation of, complex tax returns and tax research.* Researches tax issues and provides oral and/or written responses to management and clients.* Recognizes, anticipates and resolves tax issues; makes recommendations and able to actively communicate with supervisors* Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed, including special projects.* Meets productivity and efficiency standards (billable hours).* Tax staff should be familiar with IRS Circular 230 Regulations Governing the Practice of Attorneys, Certified Public Accountants, Actuaries and Enrolled Agents Before the IRS and the AICPA Professional Code of Conduct.* Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops or classes; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks, participating in professional societies.* Continually develops and maintains the tax return tracking system for the Company.* Meets filing deadline responsibilities.* Stays within given timeframe and budget restrictions.* Able to multitask effectively in fast pace, deadline oriented environment.Minimum Requirements:* A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Administration, with 0-2 years' relevant experience.* CPA, CPA candidate, or plans to sit for CPA exam.* Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.* An understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).BENEFITS:Marcum works hard to keep our compensation and benefit programs competitive with today's market. At Marcum, you'll find a competitive salary, benefits and 401(k) retirement savings plan.--Therefore, the firm offers a comprehensive employee benefits package that in part, includes:-- Medical Insurance-- Dental Insurance-- Life Insurance & AD&D Coverage-- Short-Term Disability Insurance-- Long-Term Disability Insurance-- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account-- Holidays and Paid Time Off-- Employee assistance program (counseling)-- Smart Benefits program (WMATA)-- Firm-paid training-- Various health and wellness programs

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