Description

Robert Half has an opportunity for a Senior Public Tax Accountant in a CPA firm located near Union County, NJ. The role involves overseeing public tax accounting duties, preparing tax returns, and handling various accounting/bookkeeping functions. The successful candidate will be part of a dynamic team that supports our growth and aims to ensure the financial health of our clients.

Responsibilities:

• Preparation of various tax returns including individual, state, 1040s, 1120/121s, 990pf/990 exempt, and Trust returns.

• Conducting quarterly and annual payroll and sales tax (use) returns.

• Managing general accounting and bookkeeping functions such as bank reconciliations, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.

• Performing monthly, quarterly, and year-end work for clients.

• Handling compilation and review engagements.

• Utilizing software such as CCH Prosystem FX and Quickbooks (Desktop & Online).

• Ensuring compliance with GAAP Accounting and US GAAP regulations.

• Preparing financial statements and journal entries.

• Maintaining comprehensive knowledge about Corporate Tax Compliance and Income Tax Return.

• Ensuring the eligibility of CPA for tax return preparation.

• Overseeing the preparation of income tax and tax returns.

Experience with High Net Worth Clients is a must have for this position

Requirements

• Must possess a minimum of 3 years of experience in a CPA firm

• Proficiency in GAAP Accounting and US GAAP is required

• Must have experience in preparing annual income tax provision

• Familiarity with CCH ProSystem fx - Tax Compliance software is essential

• Experience in handling complex tax return and corporate tax compliance

• Proficiency in preparing income tax return and individual tax return

• Must be skilled in using Quickbooks Online and QuickBooks

• Experience in preparing financial statements, profit & loss, income tax, journal entries, and tax returns is necessary

• Experience in bank reconciliations, accounts payable (AP), and accounts receivable (AR) is required.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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