Tax Associate

Tax Associate Opportunity

Are you looking to start your career at a mid-sized firm that has a close-knit feel, while still providing you the global reach to work with complex and challenging clients?

At HLB Gross Collins we offer all that, and more! We are named yearly as a Top 25 Atlanta Firm and we have a 50-year history of serving our clients. We are looking for dynamic individuals who will demonstrate the commitment to excellence that is ingrained in our culture. We are dedicated to the growth of our clients and our people, and we are looking for individuals who will support those goals for the community we have created.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an entrepreneurial Tax Associate to join our firm at the Atlanta Office.

As a Tax Associate you will have strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills. Your primary responsibilities will consist of tax return preparation including: tax research, tax planning, and preparation of supporting work papers for various tax returns and tax related projects.

You will have the opportunity to gain a broad spectrum of knowledge working with our sophisticated client base consisting of high-net-worth individuals and companies in a variety of industries including construction, manufacturing & distribution, real estate, and service and technology, as well as international businesses.

How You Will Spend Your Time

• Work on individual, trust, partnership, and corporate tax returns, including preparation of workpapers
• Utilize basic tax concepts and effectively apply tax knowledge to provide clients with individualized solutions
• Demonstrate the ability to efficiently identify, research, and analyze tax issues
• Collaborate with your engagement team and communicate effectively with senior team members
• Begin acquiring the skills necessary to develop and build quality client relationships and loyalty
• Develop an understanding of the client's industry and recognize key performance indicators, business trends, and emerging technical and industry developments
• Participate in networking activities and maintain contact with business peers
• Identify and complete other projects as assigned

Who You Are

• You have a Bachelors degree in Accounting, Masters of Accounting or Taxation preferred
• You have a major and overall minimum GPA of 3.3/4.0
• Ideally, you have previously gained real-world experience through a tax internship
• You have your CPA license or are looking to become CPA eligible in the near future
• You are an effective multi-tasker with the ability to manage multiple engagements while maintaining work quality
• You look forward to enhancing your competencies through continued professional education
• You have exemplary written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
• You have a growth mindset that you use to solve problems and find solutions
• Most importantly, you have a strong commitment to professional and client service excellence

Some of the Benefits We Offer You

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance starting your first day of employment
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Matching
• Up to 6 weeks of Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Free Gym Onsite
• Well-Being & Wellness Benefits and Programs
• Financial Support for Professional Exams and Continuing Education
• Culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence
• Competitive compensation reflecting skills, competencies, and potential
• Summer Flex Fridays
• Flexible Hybrid Work Schedule to enjoy work/life balance
• Dress for Your Day policy

HLB Gross Collins, P.C. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

HLB Gross Collins, P.C. maintains a drug-free workplace.