.TAX STAFF ACCOUNTANT - SHARED SERVICE CENTER At CRI your career path is just that—yours. We are strong believers in the notion that your career should adapt to and integrate into your life and not the other way around. We invite you to explore our opportunities and learn how CRI can help you reinvent your career path and shape your future. Individuals at this level normally have a college degree with a major in accounting or a business field. These individuals will have zero to three years' experience which may include an internship. The expectations of a Staff Accountant in Tax include: Become familiar with firm policies and proceduresUnderstand the rules, regulations and code of professional conduct of the AICPAProgress professionally by working towards passing the CPA or Chartered Accountant examExhibit (or develop) skills and characteristics delineated in the Firm's Evaluation FormsBecome familiar with pertinent IRC sections and regulationsObtain a working knowledge of research techniques and the various research sources in the firm libraryBecome proficient in the preparation of corporate, individual, partnership, fiduciary, and other tax returns prepared by the firmAssume responsibility for the completion of tax returns under the supervision of more experienced staffEssential Functions:Prepare individual, corporate and partnership tax returns of varying complexitiesPerform services within budgeted time by developing technical, time management and organizational skillsBecome knowledgeable about all the computer software used in the tax departmentAssist in the preparation of quarterly and year-end estimatesDraft response letter to IRS and state notices when neededMake adjusting entries and complete a trial balance in order to prepare business returnsPerform accounting/bookkeeping functions when neededProvide excellent client (core engagement team) service by producing quality work, quick turnaround and attentive serviceCreate a quality work product by following the firm's processes and proceduresParticipate in firm training courses to help develop technical training skillsDevelop sound work relationships with administrative personnel, peers, manger to foster team workAssist managers with special project when neededQualifications:Master's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting with the 150 hours and must have completed all requirements to be able to sit for the CPA or Chartered Accountant exam. Masters in Tax preferredOral and written communication skills in EnglishStrong organizational and analytical abilitiesAbility to work well in a team environment CRI unites your professional passions with your individual personal pursuits. CRI works together to build an empowered workplace for every person that steps foot through the door, from intern, to admin, to staff accountant, to partner