Find Jobs
Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location
Skip to job details
TC
The CJ Group
Tax Associate
Career Insights for Tax Specialist
See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.
Scorecard
Based on Texas data
Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?
What they do
A Tax Specialist is responsible for documenting all stages of the accounting cycle in order to prepare Federal, State and local tax returns. Will review data prior to preparing the returns, prepare and file returns and will also provide background documentation in case of an audit.
$74,963 / year median in Texas
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Tax Associate The CJ Group - 3.0 Frisco, TX Job Details Full-time From $62,500 a year 19 hours ago Benefits Continuing education credits Mileage reimbursement License reimbursement Health savings account Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Cell phone reimbursement Parental leave Vision insurance 401(k) matching Volunteer time off Opportunities for advancement Bereavement leave Life insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Customer communication Full Job Description Who We Are? The CJ Group is one of Texas's largest local CPA and Advisory firms. We are based in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex with offices in Frisco (Hall Park) and Fort Worth (Downtown). As a large local firm with the sophistication, training, and network of a regional or national firm, we prove that bigger is not always better. Come be a part of what makes us special and watch your career flourish! As a firm, we are focused on providing our team members with Growth, Opportunity, and Community. We want to walk alongside our team members on their journey to achieve their professional goals. We will be there as our team members learn new skills or sharpen existing skills providing guidance, mentorship and investing in the growth of our firm through the growth of our team members. Our firm's growth year after year has given our team members ample career development opportunities. As a firm, we embrace the apprenticeship nature of public accounting and understand that seeing and doing is how our team members best develop technically and as leaders. It's our firm's culture to embrace each opportunity to improve ourselves and fellow team members. Not only do we seek to have a positive impact on our local community, but to have a firm culture that promotes a sense of community within our firm. Our culture prioritizes autonomy, effective communication, trust, cooperation, and, most importantly: a shared sense of purpose. What's the Opportunity? This is a great opportunity to be a valued business advisor delivering industry-focused tax advisory and compliance services to middle market clients. You will work side-by-side with firm leadership to serve clients and build the business, having a direct impact on the firm's success. You will be mentored to be the best professional you can be. If you are invigorated by these exciting challenges, then this could be the right opportunity for you! CJ can offer you an upward career trajectory, flexibility in how and where you get your work done and meaningful relationships with clients, teammates and leadership who truly care about you and your development. What Will I Be Doing? Serve as a liaison between the managers, seniors, and the client. Responsible for performing work on multiple tax returns and client engagements, simultaneously. Preparation of tax return on U.S. Individual, corporation, partnership, fiduciary and more. Identify and research technical issues to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations. Develop working relationships with clients to better understand their tax needs. Assist with serving clients in a consultative role with an emphasis on exceptional client service and identification of value-added services; proactively interact with key client management to gather information, resolve problems, and make recommendations for business and process improvements. Participate in meetings with team on status of projects. Participate in technical and professional training throughout the year. Other responsibilities as required. What Skill Are You Looking For? 2-3 years of experience in public accounting, demonstrating a progression in tax return complexity, scope, and research. Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting Has understating of the Internal Revenue Code, and other tax laws, regulations, and guidance. A professional appearance, demeanor, and positive attitude. Ability to apply theory and experience to individual circumstances. Ability to analyze problems and recommend solutions. Ability to assess, analyze and manage risk using appropriate frameworks, professional judgment, and skepticism. Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing; actively listens and clearly communicates ideas and information.