Senior Tax Associate

Location: Oakland, California (In-Office)Employment Type: Full-TimeCompensation: $100,000 – $115,000 annuallyBenefits:401(k) with company matchingMedical and dental insuranceProfessional development and growth opportunitiesEngaging, client-facing work environmentAbout the Role:FMS is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Tax Associate to join our Oakland office. This in-office role is ideal for an experienced tax professional who enjoys client meetings, overseeing complex returns, and working closely with individuals and business clients across a variety of industries.Key Responsibilities:Prepare and review complex federal and state tax returns, including:Individual (1040)Partnership (1065)S Corporation (1120-S)C Corporation (1120)Handle K-1sPerform basis calculations and adjustments for partnerships and S corporationsCollaborate on financial reports used for tax preparationAbility to research tax questions and responds to clients.Communicate directly with clients to maintain and grow relationshipsUtilize and manage QuickBooks for client recordsExpereince with tax software, Lacerte expereince a plus.Requirements:CPA or EA requiredMinimum 5 years of tax preparation experience preparing individual returns and pass through entities.Strong knowledge of accrual accountingExcellent communication skills and client service mindsetExperience with individuals, partnerships, and small-to-mid-sized companiesAbility to work full-time in-office in Oakland, CaliforniaAlternate Titles:Senior Tax AccountantTax Senior AssociateTax Preparer – Senior LevelCPA – Senior Tax ProfessionalWe are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.Keywords:FMS, Oakland CPA jobs, 1040, 1065, 1120, 1120S, K-1, K-3, QuickBooks, Lacerte, CPA, EA, tax preparation, tax review, basis adjustments, pass-through entities, partnership tax, S corp, C corp, in-office tax job, California tax accountant