Job Description
Job Description
We are offering a long-term contract employment opportunity for a Public Staff Tax Accountant in the professional services industry. This role is located in Boston, Massachusetts and includes a hybrid work model. As a Public Staff Tax Accountant, you will be tasked with various responsibilities revolving around tax compliance, account reconciliation, and partner account management.
Responsibilities:
• Prepare schedules for federal, state, and foreign tax compliance requirements, including estimated payments, extensions, and tax return workpapers.
• Assist in reconciling tax accounts and partner accounts in the general ledger in a timely manner.
• Prepare journal entries as needed to reconcile partner accounts and tax accounts in the general ledger.
• Process partner tax withholdings and credits.
• Utilize accounting software systems such as Workday to perform accounting functions.
• Ensure all tasks are in compliance with industry standards.
• Perform auditing tasks to ensure accuracy of financial statements.
• Assist in entity formation and related proceedings.
• Address and resolve customer inquiries regarding their accounts.• Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems
• Comprehensive understanding of Accounting Functions
• Experience in Auditing processes
• Knowledge of Compliance regulations and practices
• Familiarity with Entity Formation procedures
• Ability to prepare and analyze Financial Statements
• Experience with Workday software
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and exercising discretion
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage stress effectively in high-pressure situations
• Familiarity with current trends and developments in the field of tax accounting.