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EY Partnership Tax Accountant, Senior Associate in New York, New York
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Location: New York, Stamford, Hoboken, Iselin
Partnership Tax Accountant, Senior Associate (New York/New Jersey Preferred)
EY’s internal Finance function is continually evolving, and our global Finance mission is to provide complete, accurate, consistent, timely and insightful financial/operational information and advice, in the most efficient, effective and sustainable means possible that helps build a better working world and achieve our strategic ambitions.
Finance provides a wide range of services including Accounting and Tax teams which enable business management to make better decisions and satisfy our regulatory requirements. We do this by creating and maintaining globally aligned accounting and tax policies and efficient, rationalized processes.
The opportunity
As a Tax Accountant Senior Associate in EY’s internal tax department , you'll be responsible for preparing and filing complex, multi-jurisdictional tax returns on behalf of the firm. Leadership at the firm will look to you to analyze and report financial information. As part of a high-performing team, you'll work to execute the tax calendar and confirm all federal and state tax returns are completed accurately and on time. Additionally, you'll have the chance to collaborate with external state or local auditors.
Your key responsibilities include
Preparing and filing various types of complex partnership tax returns in accordance with firm policies and procedures
Assisting with coordination of annual partner tax questionnaire process and updating the tax module databases
Identification and escalation of tax or accounting process issues to mitigate risk
Reviewing transactional data of the firm's financial records and ensuring accuracy
Conducting research, including analyzing financial information, in response to inquiries by internal and external stakeholders
Reconciliation of complex tax accounts
Collaborating with external state or local tax authorities to research issues and prepare responses to mitigate risk for the firm
Gaining advanced knowledge of financial applications as they apply to your role
Providing performance-related feedback and training to more junior team members
Skills and attributes for success
You'll be working to prepare complex tax returns, so ensuring accuracy and identification of issues is vital to mitigating risk on behalf of the firm. You'll be working with EY professionals at all levels, so developing relationships and collaboration on special projects will be essential. You'll leverage your excellent attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities to complete tasks on time and accurately.
To qualify for the role, you must have
Experience working on state and local tax returns
Proficiency of tax, finance, accounting principles and internal controls
Strong organizational and time management skills
Strong communication skills, including written and verbal
Strong technical skills to gain advanced knowledge of financial systems
Ability to collaborate with internal teams and professionals at all levels
3-6 plus years of related experience
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or equivalent work experience
Ideally, you'll also have
Strong excel skills
Experience working in a professional services firm
Experience providing training and development to team members
What we look for
Experienced accounting and finance professionals who are trusted business advisors with a passion for providing exceptional client service to your stakeholders while maintaining high levels of financial management. Technical competence and the ability to build strong and effective relationships will be key.
What we offer
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $64,200 to $127,000. The salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $80,200 to $132,300. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.
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