Tax Entry Level Accountant - State and Local Tax Niche- 2025

$70,000 - $80,000/Yr

Withum And Company - New York, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

New York, NY

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About the position

WithumSmith+Brown is seeking accounting majors graduating in Spring or Summer 2025 to join their State and Local Tax practice starting in November 2025. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced accounting professionals on various state and local tax engagements for a diverse client base, emphasizing a collaborative and responsive approach to client needs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of sales and income tax returns.
• Register clients with various state agencies.
• Research and resolve inquiries from tax jurisdictions and clients.
• Be highly responsive to clients and various government tax agencies regarding notices and requests for information.
• Apply critical thinking to research nexus, sourcing, and taxability for all jurisdictions in various industries.
• Remain current on new tax legislation and tax guidance from states.
• Identify, assess, and document the tax implications of any changes in legislation.
• Assist clients with defending audits from various states.
• Analyze and review client accounting records and financial statements as needed for state and local tax purposes.
• Assist clients with all state and local tax issues.

Requirements

• Graduated or graduating college student pursuing a Bachelor's degree in accounting.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Ability to commute to one of the office locations.
• Excellent interpersonal and computer skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Graduating with 150 credits.
• Prior internship with a public accounting firm.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package.
• Bonus program based on individual and firm performance.