Job Description

As a Tax Associate at Grant Thornton, your primary responsibilities will consist of tax consulting and tax return preparation duties, including tax research, tax planning, and the preparation of supporting work papers for various tax returns and tax related projects.  You will work with a variety of entities such as corporations, partnerships, estates, trusts, and non-profits. In addition, you will be exposed to a variety of industries including real estate, consumer industrial products, not-for-profits, and healthcare.  Procedures vary depending on the type of engagement and associate experience.  Procedures may range from reviewing computer input to working on a tax project from start to finish.  You will work closely with seniors, managers, and partners on all phases of the project.  Grant Thornton has opportunities within its Federal, State and Local Tax, International Tax, Strategic Federal Tax, and Private Wealth Service lines. Additional job responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to, the following:

Reviewing data input, identifying and resolving technical tax issues, and assisting in the review of tax preparation completed by our firm in India
Responding to inquiries from the IRS and other taxing authorities
Identifying, researching, and assessing various tax issues while also providing information to senior staff members
Providing on-the-job training to junior staff members
Identifying and carrying out other projects as assigned
Collaboratively working with client team members while building rapport and strong client relationships

Qualifications - External

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Juris Doctorate, or Tax LLM
Major and overall minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0
Completion of necessary education hours to be eligible for CPA licensure or licensed attorney status
The willingness and ability to work additional hours, as needed, and travel to various client sites

Skill Requirements:

Excellent analytical, communication (written and verbal), and interpersonal skills
Strong technical aptitude and skillset
Demonstrated project management skillset including project planning and time management
Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a complex team environment 

Training:
Grant Thornton LLP provides both local and national training programs related to an individual’s job responsibilities. We are committed to ongoing professional development and we encourage individuals to attend outside training seminars.

Benefits:

Grant Thornton LLP offers an outstanding opportunity for career growth and development, an attractive compensation and incentive program, generous benefits including immediate participation in our 401(k) plan, and a flexible work environment that offers individual enrichment opportunities in a team environment.