Office Location: Any PKFOD office location

The Senior Tax Associate will be responsible for the preparation of Not-for-Profit tax returns. The individual will be responsible for researching and applying tax foundational knowledge to identify potential tax issues, participate in the tax planning process, recognize and communicate potential risks and work with tax software applications. The individual will work closely with supervisors, managers and clients regarding tax compliance, planning and review.

Essential Duties:

Prepare Forms 990, 990-PF and 990-T and provide advice to clients regarding exempt organization and tax return issues Ensure both that clients comply with all applicable authorities, while at the same time minimizing their tax and reporting burdens, and self and client service teams comply with all Firm policies, standards Ability to work on multiple clients and deadlines to match internal and client expectations for timely delivery of service Gather and manipulate audit and client information as needed to prepare returns Identify when research is needed; clearly and concisely frame issues to be researched; clearly and concisely report the analysis Develop and train Staff level team members Work closely with tax supervisors and managers to satisfy the needs with planning compliance

Qualifications: 

BA/BS/MS degree in Accounting from an accredited college/university required MST degree a plus 3+ years of progressive tax experience in public accounting CPA certification or demonstrated progress towards obtaining CPA certification, including required 150-credit coursework required Candidate must be able to work in one of our PKF O'Connor Davies office locations Strong 990, 990-PF and 990-T tax compliance and review experience required Able to provide tax planning and advisory services to colleges and universities, public charities, private foundations, healthcare entities, and other types of tax-exempt entities Knowledge of Internal Revenue Service (IRS) codes and exempt organization tax matters Knowledge of tax software, ProSystem fx, Engagement a plus Ability to meet challenging client requirements, provide services, and possess strong communication, interpersonal, analytical, and research abilities Ability to work additional hours as needed to meet client deliverables

PKFODA is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all persons in connection with hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation or other conditions of the employment relationship regardless of race, color, age, sex, marital status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, philosophy/religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, political affiliation or belief, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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