We are seeking a senior tax accountant to be a key player on our Tax Team. The position requires an ability to analyze financial information, interpret tax rules, and complete work with a high level of accuracy and in a timely fashion. Written and oral communication skills are important, as the job requires continual interaction with colleagues, with clients (foundations), and at times with the IRS. The ideal candidate has a natural curiosity, ability to adapt to evolving tax laws, and swiftly grasp complex tax concepts, regulations, and industry changes.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and review foundation tax returns (70%)

• Prepare private foundation tax returns (IRS Forms 990PF and 990T, and accompanying forms – including filings in respect of direct and indirect foreign holdings, such as forms 926, 8865, and 5471) and extensions (8868)

Tax Calculations, Research, Analysis and Reporting (30%)

• Calculate, review, and approve quarterly estimates
• Draft responses to client comments and questions
• Research and draft responses to correspondence received from tax authorities (mostly in the form of IRS Notices)
• Analyze Minimum Distribution Requirements
• Other tax related projects as requested by management

• Bachelor's degree in accounting with 3-5 years of tax return preparation, with general accounting experience preferred (GL experience a plus)
• Experience with Complex Investments (Alternative Assets), K-1s and Foreign Filings
• Strong technical tax and accounting skills
• Experience with GoSystem Tax RS preferred
• Mastery of computer and web-based products not limited to MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat and Salesforce
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects while meeting statutory and internal deadlines
• Must work collaboratively in a team environment as well as independently
• Confidence to identify problems and recommend solutions in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Highly motivated, detail oriented, self-starter

Job Requirements for Remote Work Environment:

• Dedicated Workspace: Must have a home office or workspace that is free of distractions and interruptions to ensure productivity and focus during work hours.
• Reliable Internet Connection: High-speed internet is required to support video conferencing, file sharing, and other work-related technology needs.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.