Tax Associate

Position Summary:

The Tax Associate is responsible for supporting the tax goals and Federal, State, Local, and International tax compliance needs of the organization.

Essential Functions

• Prepare quarterly estimated tax allocations for all levels of the BEN organizations

• Prepare and review federal, state, local, and international tax returns prepared by the compliance team

• Validate that the book numbers tie to the financial statements and taxable income is correct

• Assist in preparation and maintenance of capital walks for tax, 704, and GAAP for all entities

• Prepare Income Tax Provision work papers as needed

• Assist in tax planning, research, and tax return audits

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

• Some experience preferred with Partnerships, S-Corp, and Special/Complex Partnership Allocations

• Excellent interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills to effectively interact with team members and external investors

• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

• Knowledge of tax preparation software (preferably CCH ProSystem or Axcess)

• Highly organized

• Ability to apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills

• Work within tight deadlines and take responsibility for getting the job done in a timely manner

• Self-starter

• Attain a thorough technical competency and industry specific expertise through CPE, firm/industry group events, webinars, etc.

Qualifications:

• 1+ years of public accounting or equivalent industry experience in private equity

• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or Taxation

• CPA eligible, active CPA license preferred, or equivalent licensing (CFA, Bar License, etc.)

• Ability to easily explain complex tax issues in a concise and understandable fashion

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin or any other category protected by law.