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About Smith & Howard:Founded over half a century ago, on the guiding vision of Jim Howard and Joe Smith, Smith + Howard has grown into a family of companies serving clients across the globe through our tax, accounting and advisory solutions. The company has been dedicated to empowering businesses and individuals to achieve their financial goals through their personal and responsive client service. Smith + Howard is proud to have helped countless entrepreneurs find success and build thriving businesses. At Smith + Howard’s integrated Indian hub in Bengaluru, Smith + Howard Advisory LLC, is focused on ushering in the next wave of innovation in the accounting industry. If you’re eager to work on challenging projects in the global audit, tax and accounting space, this is your chance to join a truly remarkable team.Job Title: Tax SeniorLocation: BangaloreShift Timing: 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM IST (5-day work week)Summary:In our tax senior role, you will communicate with our clients to understand their businesses and how we can help them be successful. This will include performing various aspects of tax compliance, projections, preparing responses to tax notices, assisting with special projects, and building long-term client relationships.Key Responsibilities:Client Communication: Frequent client contact, particularly with respect to updating clients on progress of outstanding items and answering basic questions.Tax Compliance & Assistance: Assist in handling routine audits, questions, and notices from federal or state agencies.Tax Return Preparation: Prepare/supervise preparation of tax accrual workpapers and more complex tax returns for review.Tax Issue Identification & Resolution: Identify apparent tax issues; discuss them effectively with others; and work with partners, client service team members, and appropriate firm experts to resolve issues.Tax Law Updates: Review tax law developments and determine which developments apply to clients.Chargeable Hour Goals: Meet chargeable hour goal of 1,700 annually and interim billable hour goals during busy seasons.Mentorship: Act as a mentor and role model for tax staff, providing guidance and support.Training & Development: Assist with the presentation and delivery of in-house training to team membersPosition Requirements:Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or other relevant degree program.Licensing/Certification: CPA or progress toward CPA certification is a plus. Experience: Minimum 2 to 5 years of public accounting experience, preferred.Technical Knowledge: Knowledge of basic accounting procedures and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.Communication & Time Management: Ability to multi-task with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, team environment.Benefits:Transport Allowance: Convenient transportation options provided to and from the officeMeals: Complimentary meals provided during working hoursShift Allowance: As per Company Norms.Additional Perks: Opportunities for professional growth, skill development, and mentoring within a supportive and dynamic team.