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    H&R Block

    Tax Preparation

    Tax Strategist

    BANKS, United StatesOn-SiteFull-time5+ yrs experience$62.8k – $94.2k / yearPosted 1mo ago
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    Job description

    About the Role

    As a Tax Strategist you will apply principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports. You will prepare, submit and manage tax statements and returns for businesses and clients. The Tax Strategist will also provide advice on financial and tax matters and should have an in-depth knowledge of the regulations, laws, and acts that govern the process. You will serve as business advisor to our clients aiming at maximizing engagement and achieving qualitative outcomes.

    Day to day, you’ll...

    • Facilitate and manage the preparation and review of company federal tax returns and the accurate, timely filing of all tax forms

    • Ensure accurate, timely filing of consolidated federal, state, and local income tax returns and other business-related filings

    • Find and implement opportunities for process improvement in company tax procedures

    • Develop and implement strategic tax planning for all necessary federal and state taxes

    • Manage members of the tax team as they prepare components of the company's US federal income tax return and other tax documents

    • Plan for and develop overall return calendar and coordinate timing and inputs with tax team

    • Maintain effective control procedures over all aspects of the tax process

    • Manage and facilitate IRS income tax audits: preparing responses, creating schedules, etc

    • Monitor legislative and regulatory tax law developments, communicate the effects of these developments to management and the tax team and create strategies to capitalize on changes to taxation legislation

    • Provide support with various internal audits and special tax related projects

    • Review tax returns and quarterly/yearly tax projections

    • Manage and mentor members of tax team to greater levels of effectiveness and engagement

    Required Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree in a related field or the equivalent through a combination of education and related work experience
    • Demonstrated critical thinking skills
    • Demonstrated organization and prioritization skills; ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks/projects simultaneously
    • Excellent interpersonal skills to include oral and written communication
    • Intermediate (practical application) Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
    • Intermediate (practical application) Knowledge of integrated online accounting applications
    • 5 years minimum related work experience
    • Understanding and previous use of a Windows-based computer system and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

    Preferred Qualifications

    • GoSystems and Xero software experience

    Why work for us

    At H&R Block, our purpose is simple: to provide help and inspire confidence in our clients and communities everywhere. For more than 70 years, we’ve led the tax industry and we continue to evolve through our Block Next strategy, blending human expertise with digital innovation.

    That same commitment to care extends to our associates. When you join us, you become part of a High Performing, Connected Culture built on strong relationships, continuous learning, and a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. We invest in your well-being through competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and support for life both in and outside of work.

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    H&R Block

    H&R Block is a tax preparation company that provides tax services and products.

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