The Axel Group is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our client's team in Middlesex County, MA! Our client is a well known and progressive CPA firm that is seeking positive and energetic self-driven individuals to join the tax team. The position is for growth-oriented professionals focused on building a career in public accounting with opportunities to progress at all levels. Team members in the tax department work extensively on not only the preparation and compliance of corporate, partnership, individual, estate and trust tax filing, but also gain exposure to a broad range of other business and tax related matters consisting of international tax, research and value add consulting. If you are passionate about being impactful to your clients, while working in a collaborative and fun environment, this is the perfect opportunity to develop enhanced tax skills with direct client contact in a team environment.

We are seeking an associate with a minimum of 3 years' experience working in a CPA firm.

Key Responsibilities and Skills:

Proficient in the preparation of Corporate, Partnership, and Individual tax returns
Ability to prepare multi-state income tax returns
Accounting knowledge with non-attest engagements and the preparation of accounting and tax work papers, and reconciliations
Flexibility to manage a fast paced environment, multiple client projects, and meet all deliverables and deadlines, especially during busy season
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ongoing commitment to continuing education and professional growth
Experience in supervising, training and mentoring staff
Preparation of high-net-worth individual, estates, and trust tax returns is a plus
Ability to research tax issues is a plus
Strong attention to detail and a passion for excellence
Positive attitude focused on enhancing the firm's culture and an open-mindedness to change
Software Skills:



CCH Suite of Products: Pro-Fx Tax, Engagement, Document, Portal
Microsoft Office Products
Proficient in technology and a paperless environment


Education:



BS/BA in Tax, Accountancy or related concentrations
Masters in Tax or Accountancy or a plan to pursue
CPA certification or a plan to pursue
Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package and the opportunity to work within a positive environment that lends itself to a positive team culture. They are dedicated to further developing and enhancing your skills and talents though a variety of firm initiatives that include learning and development, paid time off to take the CPA exam, reimbursement program, career counseling, mentoring, interim evaluations and coaching and firm give back events, outings and celebrations.