Tax Staff Accountant

Overview Our client is a leading global business law firm looking for a collaborative, results-oriented individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and has exceptional problem-solving skills. Naviga has been engaged to recruit a Tax Staff Accountant to join their team. Location: Baltimore/DC or Chicago, IL Key Notes / Company Details Headquartered in both Chicago, IL and London, England. Multi-Billion Dollar Business, Employing over 3600 Lawyers Culture includes individuals of high standards, providing support and collaboration throughout the business Work with a reputable global firm known for its excellence in professional services. Responsibilities Reviews and analyzes partner compensation and tax compliance items on a monthly and quarterly basis. Provides initial level of commentary to leaders of the Accounting team Reconciles compensation and tax general ledger account balances on a monthly and quarterly basis to ensure completeness and accuracy Assists with year-end tax file preparation, partner final distribution computations, and audit requests, as required Assist with periodic capital contributions, returns, reconciliations, bank loan requests, and other communications associated with partner capital account maintenance. Additionally includes assisting with verification of employment and/or income requests Assists with various tax requirements, including ad hoc research projects, sales and use tax filings, personal property tax filings, business tax filings, and other state compliance filings Performs other duties as assigned Requirements 2 years’ prior accounting experience Public accounting experience with knowledge of state and local tax preferred Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly with Excel Excellent analytical skills with a thorough knowledge of accounting principles, including cash basis versus accrual basis accounting, partnership versus corporate accounting, and tax issues Strong attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product Good organizational skills and ability to prioritize Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required Foster positive work relationships Comply with all firm policies and practices Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned Embrace and uphold the firm’s values as a part of our culture-we are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people Education 4 Year / Bachelor\'s Degree Accounting, Finance or related field CPA license or CPA candidate preferred Benefits Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Health savings account (HSA) Flexible spending account (FSA) Commuter spending account Basic life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance (AD&D) Short Term and Long Term Disability coverage Guide+Thrive (EAP) Critical illness insurance 401(k) and Profit sharing plan PTO and Holiday Plus much more! #J-18808-Ljbffr Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search