Tax Staff Associate

We have a commitment to a happy, healthy, inclusive and productive workplace. Some of the ways we accomplish this include:

• Emphasizing our open door policy. Whether someone is brand new or has been with the Firm from the beginning, we are all part of the same family and each person matters
• Offering a competitive benefits package and 401k with a company match, including discounted gym memberships and biometric testing reimbursement
• Summer Fridays off!
• Comprehensive performance management program including real time feedback and a formalized mentorship program
• Technical training and business development workshops

More Than a Job

We’re hiring for a Tax Staff Associate in our Riverhead office for June 2022. Responsibilities include and are not limited to the following:

• Prepare basic individual, partnership and corporate returns for clients in various industries
• Prepare open item lists for clients, compile work papers and client files in our tax software, and review client information for accuracy prior to completing a tax return
• Research basic tax laws
• Develop technical skills both on the job and through formal learning channels
• Build strong team relationship skills and work as an effective team member to complete project components and assignment tasks
• Configure reports and information on client statuses to ensure completion
• Communicate with Manager on work status and client issues that arise

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and also work well with others

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with a GPA of 3.0 and above
• Master’s Degree in Accounting or Taxation
• CPA license or on track to obtain
• Software Experience – CCH ProSystem, Microsoft Office 365

Why Join Us?

Since 1924, Friedman LLP established itself as the premier advisor within the middle market business sector. With a forward thinking approach, Friedman has expanded on core audit and tax services with diverse advisory consulting services including: China Consulting; Forensic, Litigation Support & Valuation Services, Governance, Risk & Compliance, Cybersecurity Consulting and Digital Currency.

Ranked #1 in Vault’s 2020 Best Culture in the Accounting Industry, the Friedman Experience offers an inclusive environment where professionals are developed into respected business leaders, while helping our community navigate their businesses in an evolving world.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Friedman LLP is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Friedman LLP will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with qualified disabilities according to Americans with Disabilities Act regulations. If an applicant requires a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Lea Chown at [email protected]. All requests will be held in strict confidence.

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