Experienced Tax Staff

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare tax returns for pass-through entities, C-corporations, trusts, and high-net-worth individuals
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations
• Demonstrate behaviors such as teamwork, knowledge sharing, and maintaining relationships
• Conduct research and planning to resolve client issues according to applicable tax laws and regulations
• Minimize tax liability through sound and informed application of laws and regulations

Provide assistance during tax audits

Respond to notices from tax authorities

Direct client contact involving income tax matters, transactional consulting, tax research, and compliance

Ability to anticipate client questions and be prepared to respond with practical solutions that can be implemented

Impart and apply knowledge; share information and expertise with team members

Complete assigned projects in a timely manner and keep supervisors apprised of job status

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree required, accounting preferred

1-2 years of prior tax experience in public accounting

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis upon hire

SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Outstanding organization and project management skills

Ability to work independently and coordinate priorities with the help of more senior members of the team

Team player who can collaborate with other individuals in the organization

Highly motivated and takes initiative for professional growth and development

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, especially Excel)

QuickBooks and ProSystems experience is a plus

High level of interpersonal skills with demonstrated poise, tact, and diplomacy

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to clearly communicate issues to all levels of management

Positive attitude and excitement to learn

Ability to travel to client locations, which may include occasional overnight stays

Ability to work overtime, as needed

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

RKE provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

RKE is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible work environment. If you require accommodations due to a disability during any part of the employment process, please contact us at careers@rkellp.com to let us know the nature of your request. We will work with you to provide a reasonable accommodation that will enable you to perform the essential functions of the job.