Sr. Tax Associate Job Description

OVERVIEW OF ATHENA: 

ATHENA Consulting is an award-winning staffing firm serving state and local governments. Our mission is to make lives better! We make our Clients’ Lives Easier by engaging and supporting our clients and partnering with them to be the most knowledgeable staffing partner. We make our Employees’ Lives Better by identifying and cultivating their talents and matching these talents with our customers’ needs. ATHENA places a high value on customer service, accountability and getting the job done. 

POSITION SUMMARY: 

We are currently searching for a Tax Associate to join our dynamic team in Tampa, FL. The Tax Associate is responsible for providing comprehensive tax preparation, planning, and advisory services to a wide range of business types and industries. This full-time position offers a hybrid work schedule, competitive salary of $75,000 -$95,000a year, and a robust benefits package, including 100% employer-paid health insurance and a generous PTO policy.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

·       Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

·       Provide tax preparation, planning, and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple industries.

·       Oversee and support multiple tax engagements and teams simultaneously, ensuring all compliance deadlines are met and milestones are achieved.

·       Conduct tax-related research and complete special projects as assigned.

·       Assist in the supervision, development, and coaching of professional tax staff.

·       Participate in the management and development of client relationships, ensuring high levels of client satisfaction.

Required Skills/Abilities: 

·       Strong knowledge of tax preparation and planning principles.

·       Excellent analytical, organizational, and project management skills.

·       Ability to manage multiple engagements and teams concurrently.

·       Strong communication skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

·       A commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Education and Experience: 

·       Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in accounting with significant progress toward completing the 5th-year requirement for taking the CPA exam.

·       CPA License is a plus.

·       2+ years of experience in a public accounting firm’s tax department.

·       Multi-industry experience is a plus, including sectors such as construction, manufacturing, small business, healthcare, technology, non-profit, government, and benefit plans.

·       Experience with CCH ProSystem FX Tax and Engagement is a plus.

Successful ATHENA employees will display the following characteristics: 

• You strive to be the best in your field currently and in the future. 

• You like to make your employer look good. 

• You find solutions, where others only see problems. 

• You are proactive, you make and meet commitments, and you perform your duties exceedingly well. 

• You are aware of the employer’s needs at all times and are well-versed in what you personally and ATHENA can offer them as a whole. 

• You have the ability to work with diverse, integrated, deliverable-driven teams to accomplish the larger mission. 

The benefits of working for ATHENA include: 

·       Competitive base salary ranging from $75,000 to $95,000 per year, with bonus eligibility.

·       A hybrid work schedule for all professional staff, offering flexibility and work-life balance.

·       100% employer-paid health, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurances.

·       401(k) Safe Harbor, Profit Sharing, and access to a wide range of voluntary benefits.

·       Paid CPE, CPA study course, and a bonus for passing the CPA exam.

·       Paid parking for all employees.  

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The statements in this Job Posting are intended to describe the general nature and minimum level of work required.  The content should not be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required to meet the criteria for this position.  Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Application for employment is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment and if hired, employment with the company is on an at-will basis and could be terminated at the will of either party. 

ATHENA Consulting LLC does not discriminate in hiring based on federally protected classifications to include but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other characteristics protected by law.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.