Job Title: Tax Accountant Job Description We are seeking an experienced Tax Accountant to manage moderate to complex tax returns involving federal, state, multi-state, and multi-source income. The role involves preparing forecasts, reconciling tax returns, and managing general ledger work using QuickBooks. Responsibilities + Prepare moderate to complex tax returns for federal, state, multi-state, and multi-source income. + Prepare forecasts and reconcile tax returns. + Utilize QuickBooks for general ledger work and tax write-ups. + Review and analyze tax files to compile and organize client tax data for tax return processing. + Draft responses to notices from tax authorities. + Conduct tax audits and maintain the tax calendar. + Communicate with clients to obtain documentation needed for tax return processing. + Field phone calls from clients and address questions regarding necessary documentation for tax return filings. Essential Skills + Proficiency in tax return preparation, accounting, and reconciliation. + Experience with CCH ProSystem and QuickBooks. + Licensed NY CPA or CPA candidate. + 2+ years of experience in accounting and tax preparation. + Strong skills in finance, analysis, income tax preparation, and Microsoft Excel. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. + Experience preparing moderate to complex corporate, partnership, and individual returns. Work Environment The position is located near Bryant Park, offering the chance to work with high net worth clients in a small law firm. The role is high visibility, requiring full-time presence in the office from 9:30am to 5:30pm, Monday through Friday. The dress code is business casual. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Midtown Manhattan Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $130000.00/yr. Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in New York,NY. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 1, 2025. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.