Baker Holtz, established in 1979, is a dynamic mid-sized, full-service public accounting firm committed to empowering our staff and clients to achieve their goals and thrive. Our foundation is built on honor, honesty, and respect, and we love exemplifying these values through the work we do with our clients. With specialized services and years of expertise, we cultivate strong relationships and maintain constant communication to meet the unique needs of our diverse clientele. To learn more about our firm and the impactful work we do, visit our website at
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Tax Associate to join our growing team. In this role, you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of our clients' tax returns, while providing exceptional service and strategic tax planning advice.
Requirements :
Minimum of two years in public accounting preparing tax returns
Bachelors in Accounting
CPA preferred or actively pursing
Excellent communication skills both written and oral
A demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize and meet defined goals under tight deadlines
Excellent analytical and organization skills
A passion for providing outstanding client service
Positive attitude along with a willingness to learn and improve workflow processes
Ability to quickly learn tax software applications
Job Responsibilities :
Prepare complex corporate, personal, and trust tax returns, ensuring compliance with all applicable federal and state tax laws and regulations.
Assist with tax planning
Communicate effectively with clients to gather necessary information, explain tax concepts, and answer questions.
Respond to IRS correspondence in a professional and timely manner.
Stay up-to-date on the latest tax laws and regulations through continuing education.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary
Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Health Savings Account with a discretionary contribution
401(k) retirement plan with a discretionary contribution
Generous paid time off (PTO) schedule and paid holidays
Half-day Fridays during the summer
Wellness and cell phone stipend
Dress-for-your-day work environment
Parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
CPA reimbursement program
Continual Professional Development
Very low Associate-To-Partner Ratio
Opportunities for advancement
No hourly billing
How to Apply :
If you are an enthusiastic individual with excellent people skills, a desire to serve clients, and meet the qualifications outlined above, we would love to hear from you. Ready to join a fun and growing organization? Send your resume to .
_At Baker Holtz, we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. Your journey towards professional growth and success starts here!_
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Education:
Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
Public accounting: 2 years (Preferred)
tax preparation: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
CPA (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
Grand Rapids, MI 49503: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
