Tax Associate - Boston, MA - Class of 2025

CohnReznick LLP

3mo ago

Job
Full-time
Entry Level
Accounting & Tax
Boston

AI generated summary

You must be a highly driven accounting graduate with leadership experience, aiming to become a CPA and excel in a team-based environment at a top firm in Boston.
You'll prepare tax returns, identify issues, research tax requirements, manage client projects, and draft technical memorandums at a Boston accounting firm. Opportunity to grow in tax field.

Requirements

We are looking for highly dedicated professionals with impressive credentials that are driven by new challenges and growth opportunities. We seek team players who believe in providing world-class client service and are interested in becoming immersed in various industries. Successful team members are looking for a work environment that values and promotes camaraderie, collaboration and giving back to the community.
The successful candidate will have:
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Accounting
Plan to complete 150 credit hours between December 2024 - September 2025 in order to be CPA licensed
Minimum GPA of 3.0 in both your major and overall
Leadership positions in extracurricular activities are preferred
Prior work or internship experience (experience in accounting is a plus)
Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team-based culture
Able to learn in a fast-paced environment
Possess strong computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Responsibilities

Work on a variety of client deliverables including preparation of tax returns, including Individuals, Partnerships and Corporate tax returns.
Identify potential tax issues and prepare tax adjusting entries and tax trial balances based on audited or client provided trial balances.
Research filing requirements and tax issues using internal revenue code, treasury regulations and other relevant authorities/guidance.
Manage daily client workflow and multiple client projects at any given time.
Draft tax technical memorandums.

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of a Tax Associate in this role?

The primary responsibilities include becoming familiar with current tax theories and laws, performing procedures in accordance with firm standards, and completing tasks accurately, thoroughly, and in a timely manner.

What qualifications or skills are required for this position?

Candidates should have a strong understanding of tax concepts, laws, and procedures, attention to detail, excellent analytical skills, ability to work effectively in a team, and strong communication skills.

Will there be training provided for this role?

Yes, as a Tax Associate, you will receive training to become familiar with current tax theories and laws, as well as procedures in accordance with firm standards.

What opportunities for advancement are available for Tax Associates?

Tax Associates have the opportunity to progress to more senior tax roles within the firm based on performance, skills, and experience. There may also be opportunities for specialization in specific tax areas.

Is this a full-time position?

Yes, this is a full-time position based in Boston, MA for the Class of 2025.

CohnReznick LLP

Finance

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

1919

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

With a century’s worth of experience, nearly 4,000 global team members, and 25 locations including global subsidiaries, CohnReznick serves clients in 30 different industries through an integrated team of advisory, assurance, and tax professionals. Our Nexia International affiliation expands our reach to more than 128 countries. CohnReznick is committed to our role as a value creator and force for change in promoting sustainability, social justice, and corporate governance. We have held a leadership position in community investment for more than 35 years and a 15-year commitment to the cleantech and renewable energy industries. Our experience at the ground floor of the country’s largest tax credit programs has helped strengthen affordable housing, bring new life to historic places, housing policies and paved the way for emerging industries. CohnReznick recently launched its Gamechangers in ESG Awards program to recognize U.S businesses “changing the game” through environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategies and best practices. CohnReznick’s sponsorship of Major League Baseball® (MLB) delivers content focused on key business issues both inside and outside of the game –strategy, performance optimization, analytics, and community investment. CohnReznick is the Presenting Sponsor of the Winter Meetings coverage, baseball’s most intensive week of business.