Our Enterprise Support Services (ESS) team is committed to providing our professionals and clients with premiere facility and administrative support across various channels. As part of the Tax Process team, you will be tasked with providing a full scope of administrative support for tax return processing and delivery within a region.
The opportunity
As tax-processing staff, youll deliver submitted tax returns in accordance with established Tax practice guidelines. Youll use your tax and technology skills to help produce returns that are accurate. Youll also track the status of submitted returns, and scan and electronically save applicable tax documents. You may also be asked to carry out other Tax engagement-related support activities within an office or region. In return, youll have the support of a network of highly knowledgeable colleagues, and the opportunity to make a significant impact to your team and EY.
Your key responsibilities include
* Developing an in-depth understanding of all applicable federal, state and local tax return types and assembly/filing requirements
* Understanding and adhering to tax methodology requirements for processing tax return products and other practice-specific policies
* Frequently monitoring tax processing Outlook mailboxes to retrieve tax return requests
* Accurately and efficiently logging, copying/printing/assembling and distributing tax returns
* Identifying opportunities to address customer needs and participating in initiatives to improve processes and services
* Applying knowledge of the business and the industry to identify the real issues facing our clients and providing innovative and pragmatic insights and solutions
* Working overtime during peak tax-processing time frames
Skills and attributes for success
Youll be able to anticipate and respond to an ever-changing environment in a practical and effective way. Your strong teaming skills will allow you to build relationships and networks across the business at all levels. As you will typically be working on multiple projects and deadlines, your strong organizational skills and keen eye for detail will be key to your success in this role. Youll need to work independently and proactively to deliver project deliverables.
To qualify for the role, you must have
* Experience in managing full scope of tax processing
* Strong communication skills, both oral and written
* Excellent skills in computer/technology and tax technology applications (e.g., Adobe Acrobat, Engagement Access Database, ECF/eDocs). Aptitude to learn new applications and perform work electronically, as well as use paper media when necessary
* Ability to prioritize, multitask and take responsibility for accuracy, quality and meeting deadlines
* One-plus years of related work experience; experience with tax returns a plus
* High school diploma with some college or equivalent work experience
Ideally, youll also have
* Experience working for a professional services firm
* Experience working independently
* Experience working in a high-volume processing role with minimal supervision
What we look for
Were interested in knowledgeable professionals ready to take ownership for spotting trends and improving our processes. Youll need to be naturally curious, ready to learn and have a genuine passion for improvement. If youre aiming to influence change within a world-class organization, all while developing your own career, this role is for you.
What working at EY offers
We offer a competitive compensation package where youll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, both pension and 401(k) plans, a minimum of 18 days of paid time off with additional time based on your level and years of service plus 12 observed holidays, and a range of programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:
* Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
* Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
* The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way thats right for you
About EY
As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and consulting services, we hire and develop the most passionate people in their field to help build a better working world. This starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. So that whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.
If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.
The exceptional EY experience. Its yours to build. Apply now.
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New York, New York
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