Tax Associate - Entry Level

At Sax Advisory Group, LLC we are driven by our ability to turn every client’s dream into a reality. We are a forward-thinking multi-disciplinary accounting, tax, and advisory firm serving the needs of closely held companies, family-owned businesses, not-for-profit entities, government, and high-net-worth individuals. We are dedicated to providing an environment that offers growth, stability and advancement opportunities, in a team member driven culture where contributions are recognized and rewarded. We have everything you need for a dynamic career!

At SAX Advisory Group, LLC we are driven by our ability to turn every client’s dream into a reality. We are a forward-thinking multi-disciplinary accounting, tax, and advisory firm serving the needs of closely held companies, family-owned businesses, not-for-profit entities, government, and high-net-worth individuals. We are dedicated to providing an environment that offers growth, stability and advancement opportunities, in a team member driven culture where contributions are recognized and rewarded. We have everything you need for a dynamic career!

We are seeking a motivated entry‑level Tax Associate to join our Tax team. The ideal candidate should be within commuting distance of either our New York City or Parsippany, NJ offices. This role follows a hybrid work schedule with three days in the office and two days remote.

The Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare projections, provisions and returns with accuracy and according to firm policies
• Prepare tax returns, organize work papers, maintain open item list and conduct self-review of work before submission to reviewer
• Ability to organize facts, analyze, interpret information and perform basic research
• Identify and develop alternatives for issues and consult with in-charge and/or partner
• Master firm’s tax software, research technology tools and related products to accomplish work efficiently
• Proactively manages workload and client assignments

Qualifications:

Must be motivated, have the ability to multi-task and be organized. Maintain a positive attitude; be cooperative and flexible about the type of work assigned and in assisting other team members with assignments. Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• At least 1 year of work experience in accounting
• B.A./B.S. degree in Accounting; Master’s in Taxation is a plus
• EA or CPA exam in progress
• Basic experience in tax preparation of individual returns and flow through entity returns
• Basic understanding of tax law
• Familiarity with tax software

Comprehensive Benefits Package includes:

• Top Tier Health, Dental, & Vision Plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Medical and Dependent Care
• Life and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short and Long -Term Disability Insurance
• 401k plan with matching contribution
• Defined Contribution Plan (profit sharing)
• Customized Work Arrangements
• Floating Holidays and Volunteer PTO
• Unlimited PTO for Managers and Above
• Referral Bonus Program
• Tuition Reimbursement for Advanced Degree
• Healthy Living Reimbursement Program
• Health & Wellness App Subscription
• CPA & EA reimbursement for study materials and exam
• AICPA and CPA State Society membership reimbursement for Managers and above
• OnDemand access to industry leading CPE courses
• Summer Fridays at 1pm

SAX Advisory Group, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace.

New Jersey Pay Range

$72,000 - $75,000 USD

New York Pay Range

$72,000 - $75,000 USD