Tax Associate

Crisler CPA , a Tennessee tax and accounting services provider with offices in Hendersonville and Brentwood is looking for a driven and motivated Tax Associate . This is primarily an in-office position, then after an introductory period, has the potential to work remotely 1 to 2 days a week.

Purpose of the Role

In this role, you will focus tax engagements for our firm’s individual and business clients. With your background, you add value for tax assignments from basic to moderate complexity, and you continuously and pro-actively participate in process improvement initiatives.

You’ll have regular client contact, which means good client service skills are required, including the willingness and ability to recognize and respond to opportunities to provide expanded or new services to clients. You report to one of Crisler’s Project Managers.

Your Responsibilities

You assist with gathering information from clients, completing assignments and coordinating with preparers and managers.

You monitor and report on assigned engagements' status and maintain open lines of communication with clients and supervisors regarding services.

You attend appointments with clients and assemble information to complete assignments.

You prepare and review federal, state and local tax returns and answer tax-related questions for clients together with the assistance, and under the direct supervision, of senior tax personnel.

You work diligently to resolve questions regarding the appropriate treatment of routine to moderately complex tax return matters.

In order for the firm to produce accurate billing, you maintain control of time and charges, and you participate in pricing and billing client services.

You work independently, you’re able to make decisions on ordinary tax return matters, and produce a consistent amount of valuable work for our clients and your colleagues.

You perform basic tax planning, research, and consulting engagements as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree or near completion required. Master's Degree and/or Licensed CPA or CPA-Candidate strongly preferred.

No experience required. One to three years of tax experience in a CPA firm strongly preferred.

Proficient with QuickBooks (Desktop & Online) and Microsoft Office.

You have great attention to detail, sound communication and analytical skills and the ability to advise your team and clients on services and solutions.

What we offer:

Crisler CPA offers a complete package of compensation and benefits, including base and incentive compensation; medical, dental and vision coverage; 401(k) plan with company match; paid time off and holidays; and flexible work schedules/locations.

Crisler CPA has a flexible remote work policy. This is designed as a hybrid position and we expect you to live in the greater Nashville area in order to realistically work in one of our office locations as needed.

About the Company

At Crisler CPA, we provide accounting, tax and related services to our clients. Our services are based on people, process and technology, and we believe strongly in encouraging continuous improvement in each of these three elements. We're looking for employees ready to help us be a better firm while advancing their own careers.

Crisler CPA is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.