Tax Administrative Assistant

We are looking for a Tax Administrative Assistant to join our team just north of Boston in Wakefield, MA. You will play a critical role in supporting our tax department by managing daily operations, assisting executives, and ensuring the efficiency of various tax projects. This is an ideal role for someone who is organized, tech-savvy, and looking to build a career in tax administration.

At Tonneson + Co, we are committed to helping our employees grow and succeed. As a member of our team, you’ll gain valuable hands-on experience in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. We offer opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and continuous learning to help you advance your career. Our firm has been named one of the Best Firms to Work For and recognized as an Inclusive Workplace, providing a welcoming environment where everyone is encouraged to contribute and innovate.

If you’re eager to get started on your career path and make an impact in a respected and growing firm, we invite you to apply today.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist with facilitating day to day processes within the department
• Review of correspondence, reports, and other documents; prioritizes such materials and prepares summaries as necessary
• Assist in development of training materials and department communications
• Assist in maintaining databases, spreadsheets, project trackers, etc. to be current and accurate
• Assist with third party vender follow-up and project management
• Coordinates with Tax Administrator to ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of workflows

Preparation, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Associate’s degree in business, accounting, or related field preferred
• 1+ years in an administrative capacity with Tax operations preferred
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency with all Microsoft applications
• Proven ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Tech savvy with the ability and desire to embrace necessary software applications i.e. CCH Axcess applications, ProSystem Fx, SurePrep, SafeSend Return (SSR), RightSignature
• Strong attention to detail with precise follow-through
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Calm under pressure with a common sense and flexible approach to situations
• Basic understanding of accounting and/or its environment is a plus
• Flexibility to work additional hours during peak periods of the year

We are an equal opportunity employer.

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