The Income Tax Specialist is responsible for assisting individuals, businesses, or organizations in complying with tax regulations and optimizing their tax liabilities. This role involves providing tax planning, preparation, and advisory services to clients, ensuring accurate and timely filing of income tax returns, and staying updated with tax laws and regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
Tax Planning:
Analyze financial data to identify tax-saving opportunities and develop tax strategies for clients.
Advise clients on tax-efficient investments, deductions, credits, and other tax planning strategies.
Tax Preparation:
Prepare and file federal, state, and local income tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, or other entities.
Ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations while maximizing deductions and credits for clients.
Review and verify financial statements, reports, and supporting documentation for accuracy.
Client Consultation:
Meet with clients to discuss their financial and tax situations.
Answer tax-related questions and provide guidance on tax implications of various financial decisions.
Research and Compliance:
Stay up-to-date with changes in tax laws, regulations, and codes.
Conduct research to resolve complex tax issues and ensure compliance with tax codes.
Documentation and Record Keeping:
Maintain organized records of financial transactions and tax-related documents.
Prepare and maintain documentation to support tax positions taken.
Tax Audits:
Assist clients in preparing for and representing them during tax audits by tax authorities.
Ensure accurate responses to audit inquiries and requests.
Client Relationship Management:
Build and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and trust.
Provide excellent customer service and address client concerns and inquiries promptly.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
Proven experience in income tax preparation, planning, or related areas.
Strong understanding of tax laws and regulations.
Proficiency in tax preparation software and financial software tools.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ethical and discreet handling of sensitive financial information.
Working Conditions:
Typically, office-based work with regular business hours.
May require occasional overtime during peak tax seasons (e.g., April for individual tax returns).
The workload can be cyclical, with busy periods during tax deadlines.
This job description serves as a general guideline for income tax-related positions. The specific duties and qualifications may vary depending on the employer and the level of the position, such as Tax Analyst, Tax Manager, or Tax Consultant. Adjustments can be made to tailor the description to a specific job opening or organization.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and qualifications to hr@cadsco.
Dharmendra Salecha & Co is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted
.This Opportunity is open for Commerce Graduates also.