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Sr Accountant, Tax

UHY Advisors
Kansas City, MO
Full-time

Position Summary

THE FOCUS IS YOU

As a Tax Senior, you will be responsible for the preparation of financial information for our clients, such as business and individual tax returns, with the benefit of gaining exposure to a diverse client base operating in a variety of industries.

The Tax Senior maintains client relationships and oversees the work of internal staff and works closely with internal leaders, to ensure high-quality work is conducted and delivered to our clients.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Regular duties include (but are not limited to) :

Tax Preparation

  • Lead and manage a portfolio of tax engagements, including planning, preparation, and review of various tax returns (individual, corporate, partnership, etc.)
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, addressing their tax-related inquiries, providing recommendations, and fostering strong client relationships
  • Collaborate with partners and managers to ensure seamless client service delivery and alignment with overall firm objectives

Research and Analysis

  • Conduct thorough tax research and analysis to develop proactive tax planning strategies for clients, identifying opportunities to minimize tax liabilities and optimize financial outcomes
  • Collaborate with the internal team to assist in providing expert guidance on complex tax matters, including mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, and other business transactions

Client Communication

  • Effectively communicate complex tax concepts and strategies to clients, tailoring explanations to their understanding and addressing their questions or concerns
  • Prepare and deliver presentations to clients on tax-related matters, providing insights into their financial situations and potential tax implications

Compliance and Documentation

  • Review and oversee the preparation of tax returns to ensure accuracy, compliance with regulations, and adherence to internal quality control standards
  • Monitor and manage tax filing deadlines, extensions, and other compliance requirements to avoid penalties and ensure timely submissions
  • Stay current with federal, state, and local tax laws, regulations, and changes, ensuring the firm and its clients are compliant with the latest tax requirements

Team Collaboration

  • Collaborate with other tax professionals within the firm to share insights, knowledge, and best practices
  • Supervise and mentor tax staff, providing guidance, training, and feedback to foster their professional growth and ensure the quality of their work
  • Cultivate a collaborative team environment, promoting knowledge sharing and effective communication among team members
  • Participate in internal training sessions to enhance your technical skills and stay updated on industry trends

Process Improvement and Innovation

Identify opportunities to enhance tax workflows, processes, and methodologies, contributing to the continuous improvement of the firm's tax services

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Required Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
  • 3 - 6 years of relevant experience
  • Software : CCH Prosystem FH, Axcess Tax, Axcess Document, Axcess Workstream, Thomson Reuters Fixed Assets CS, Checkpoint for Tax Research

Preferred Education and Experience

  • Experience in professional service environment, such as a CPA firm, financial consulting firm, or similar setting
  • Actively working towards achieving CPA or Enrolled Agent licensure or relevant certification, if not already attained
  • Responsible for completing the minimum CPE credit requirement

Travel

Travel may be frequent and unpredictable, depending on client's needs

WHO WE ARE

READY TO DELIVER

We take pride in our ability to combine local knowledge with national, regional, and international skills to provide you and your organization with the best resources possible.

We harness the power of our network to empower you to achieve your goals, and to ensure we meet or exceed your expectations and objectives.

UHY professionals get to know your business inside and out, and work with a solid understanding of what you need to succeed.

Our dedication to delivering top-quality client service guides our every move.

A LEGACY OF COMMITMENT, GROWTH AND SERVICE

We know what we're doing. We have deep roots in spotting and nurturing growth opportunities that goes back decades. Today, we are a global provider of exceptional service and part of one of the largest accounting, tax and consulting networks in the world.

We're dedicated to serving clients ranging from the dynamic middle-market to Fortune 500 companies. We believe that having a strong entrepreneurial mindset is key to growth, and we bring that mindset to every client experience.

AN ALTERNATIVE PRACTICE STRUCTURE TO BETTER SERVE YOU

A licensed CPA firm, UHY LLP offers audit and other attest services to public and private companies. UHY Advisors provides tax and consulting services, to a variety of business sectors.

WHAT WE OFFER

POSITIVE WORK ENVIRONMENT

Enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment where teamwork is valued.

ATTRACTIVE COMPENSATION PACKAGES

Our compensation is competitive and tailored to reflect the role, qualifications, and expertise of each individual.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE

Access comprehensive benefits including group health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and generous paid time off (PTO) allowances.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION

We are committed to furthering our DE&I journey through building a diverse professional community based on equitable treatment for all and a collaborative culture that values inclusion.

Experience and Education

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