The posting
Established in 1983, WilkinGuttenplan is a leading mid-sized accounting and advisory firm in New Jersey and New York City. The Firm serves a multitude of industries, including closely held and middle-market businesses and their owners, high-net worth individuals, real estate, healthcare, international commerce, sports and entertainment, professional practices, technology, non-profit, condominiums and cooperatives, and many more. Areas of expertise include tax, auditing, compilations, reviews, financial statement preparation, business valuations and trust & estate solutions. WilkinGuttenplan is an independent member of the BDO Alliance USA. At WilkinGuttenplan, we strive to ensure we foster an inclusive and flexible environment for all our employees while also assisting them in achieving their unique career goals through our coaching program.
We are seeking a Tax Senior with C-Corporation experience to join our dynamic team. This position focuses on the preparation of federal and state corporate income tax returns, including consolidated and multistate filings, while working closely with managers and partners on tax provision, planning, and consulting engagements for our corporate clients. We are looking for a detail-oriented individual who exhibits excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills and is eager to grow into a review and leadership role.
Description
- Prepare Form 1120 for standalone corporate entities and consolidated groups, including consolidating schedules, intercompany eliminations, and supporting workpapers.
- Prepare multistate corporate income and franchise tax returns, including apportionment calculations, state modifications, and combined/unitary filings.
- Assist with state and local tax (SALT) matters, including nexus reviews, PTE elections, and responding to state tax notices.
- Prepare quarterly estimated tax calculations and extensions, ensuring compliance with federal and state estimated tax rules.
- Assist with tax provision calculations under ASC-740, including current and deferred tax computations and supporting documentation.
- Prepare book-to-tax reconciliations and key calculations such as Section 163(j) interest limitations, depreciation, and accounting method adjustments.
- Conduct research on corporate and state tax issues and clearly document findings for manager and partner review.
- Support managers and partners on corporate reorganizations and mergers & acquisitions (M&A) transactions, including tax due diligence.
- Assist in training and reviewing the work of interns and associates.
- Communicate effectively, both written and verbally, with clients and team members to gather information and resolve open items.
- Employ strong time management skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines across multiple engagements.
- Stay abreast of evolving federal and state tax laws and regulations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent field required; a Master’s in Taxation is a plus.
- CPA license or active pursuit of CPA licensure preferred.
- 3–4 years of progressive tax compliance experience in public accounting, with a strong focus on the preparation of Form 1120/Form 1120-S.
- Hands-on experience preparing consolidated corporate returns and multistate filings is required.
- Working knowledge of state and local tax (SALT), including nexus, apportionment, and state-specific filing requirements.
- Familiarity with tax provision calculations under ASC-740 is a plus.
- Exposure to M&A transactions, corporate reorganizations, or international reporting (e.g., Forms 5471 and 5472) is a plus.
- Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong accounting knowledge and an inquisitive nature, with the confidence to ask questions and work through problems to find solutions.
- Proficiency in GoSystem Tax RS preferred, along with Excel.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact with clients and team members.
- Experience training or supervising staff is a plus.
- Outstanding collaboration, communication, organization, and analytical skills.
- Possess and demonstrate strong understanding and alignment with our firm’s core values of Honesty and Candor, Continual Learning, Innovation, Mentorship, Leadership, Team Player and Client Committed.
Benefits
Why us?
- We offer a unique culture that emphasizes and values work/life balance including remote work flexibility!
- We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including Unlimited Work Options, Unlimited PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Summer Fridays, and much more! For more information on our offerings please visit our website.
- Our collaborative work environment is strongly committed to your professional growth and success.
- We have an extensive Coaching Program designed to prepare you for a life in a dynamic CPA firm.
- We have a track record of ranking in the Best Place to Work NJ for the past twenty-one years and have won several other awards including #1 in Vault’s Top 3 Internships, Best Firms for Young Accountants, Best Accounting Firms To Work For, and many more!
- The estimated salary range for this position is $88,000 to $115,000. Individual salaries are determined through multiple factors permitted by law including but not limited to experience, education, licensure/certification, knowledge, skills and qualifications. WG also offers a comprehensive benefits package and performance award (bonus) eligibility where you’ll be recognized and rewarded based on your performance.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
We believe in equal opportunity:
Wilkin & Guttenplan P.C. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
