Senior Associate

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Senior Associates with our State & Local Tax (SALT) practice serve on various engagement teams that support a wide range of clients, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to venture-backed startups.

Senior Associates can expect to:

• Review and prepare state and local income/franchise tax returns;
• Provide tax controversy audit support;
• Assist in project management of compliance/consulting engagements and identify client solutions;
• Conduct research to remain current with legislative changes;
• Draft and review memoranda and additional client deliverables;
• Assist with the preparation and review of Nexus Studies; 
• Supervise and mentor Associates and Interns;
• Receive formal State & Local tax training, on the job training, direct feedback from top tax leaders, and the opportunity to pursue additional training through internal and external resources.

• 2+ years of relevant tax experience;
• Bachelor's and/or relevant advanced degree (MAcc, MST, JD);
• Accounting, Finance, Economics or related degree (Preferred)
• minimum GPA of 3.0
• Advanced credential or desire to obtain advanced credential allowing for IRS client representation (i.e. CPA, JD);
• Tax software proficiency (i.e., GoSystem Tax RS, CCH, etc.)
• Self-starter with the initiative to seek out opportunities and ability to work successfully in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment; and
• Proficient use of technology.

Compensation and Benefits

Our firm offers a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being, growth, and long-term success of our people. We are committed to recognizing individual contributions and providing resources that enable our employees to thrive both personally and professionally.

Salary Range: For individuals hired to work in Orange County, the expected base salary range for this role is $100,000 to $130,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and skill set.

Benefits: Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage. Employees may enroll in the firm's 401(k) plan upon hire. We offer 160 hours of paid time off annually, along with twelve paid holidays each calendar year. For a full listing of benefit offerings, please visit   

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis upon hire. Andersen will not consider candidates for this position who require sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g., H-1B status).

Andersen Tax is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We evaluate all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable law. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities as required by law.

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