Tax Associates

How We Work – About Tonneson + Co

At Tonneson + Co, our team thrives in a collaborative and supportive environment where we focus on delivering exceptional value to our clients while fostering the growth and development of our employees. We offer a culture that values work-life balance, career development, and professional advancement. We empower our employees to take on meaningful responsibilities while providing them with the resources they need to succeed. Whether you’re working with clients or advancing your professional skills, at Tonneson + Co, we work as one team toward shared success.

How Will You Make an Impact? Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

As a Tax Associate, you will:

• Prepare a wide range of complex tax returns, including individual, corporate (C-Corp, S-Corp), partnership, trust & estate, and other entity types, ensuring compliance with IRS regulations and minimizing tax liabilities.
• Assist with foreign compliance filings, multi-state tax returns, and consolidated tax filings to meet regulatory requirements.
• Provide clients with tax planning services, preparing projections and estimates for both individuals and businesses, offering recommendations on how to minimize tax liabilities.
• Conduct federal and state tax research to address client inquiries, resolve complex tax issues, and ensure compliance with evolving tax laws and regulations.
• Provide timely, high-quality service, delivering tax returns and other client deliverables on schedule and exceeding client expectations.
• Contribute to practice development by staying up to date with industry trends, participating in networking activities, and building strong client relationships.
• Support business development efforts by attending networking events, client meetings, and company-sponsored functions.
• Collaborate with senior tax professionals, assisting in various tax projects and ensuring a smooth workflow during tax season and throughout the year.
• Take on special projects as assigned, enhancing your knowledge and experience in diverse areas of taxation.

How Will You Get Here? Qualifications

• Relevant internship or work experience in tax preparation or related areas is a plus.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.
• Actively pursuing or planning to pursue the CPA designation.
• Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications; familiarity with tax preparation software is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
• Willingness to travel to client locations as required.
• Desire to learn and grow in the tax profession and become a key contributor to the team.

Why Should You Apply? Tonneson perks

• A collaborative and employee-empowered firm where you can help drive decisions.
• Flexible work options, including flex time and the ability to work from home.
• Paid time off to study for the CPA exam.
• Tuition reimbursement for advanced degrees and continued education.
• Casual office attire, fun team outings, and various team-building activities to foster a positive work environment.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays, summer Fridays, and holiday time off.

Join Tonneson + Co as a Tax Associate and gain hands-on experience working with clients across industries, developing your career in a supportive and dynamic team atmosphere.

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