Pavago
Staffing and Recruiting
TaxSpecialist
“Tax Specialist at Pavago. Skills: Tax preparation, Tax compliance, Tax planning, U. S. tax regulations. Manage tax preparation, compliance, filings, and tax planning initiatives across individual and business entities. Preparing and reviewing tax returns”
What You'll Achieve.
100% on-time tax filing completion; Zero missed deadlines or compliance penalties; Accuracy of returns and reconciliations; Audit readiness and documentation quality; Identification of tax-saving opportunities; Positive feedback from leadership, auditors, and clients
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving; Proactively identify risks and savings opportunities; Analytical abilities; Reconciliation abilities; Solving complex tax challenges
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
3+ years of experience in Tax preparation, 3+ years of experience in Tax compliance, 3+ years of experience in Tax accounting, understanding of U. S. federal tax laws, understanding of State tax compliance, understanding of IRS filing requirements, Experience using tax software such as UltraTax, Drake, Lacerte, ProSeries, or equivalent, Familiarity with IRS e-filing systems, Familiarity with State tax portals, Excel or Google Sheets skills, analytical and reconciliation abilities, Excellent attention to detail and organization
Nice to Have
CPA or EA certification, Master’s in Taxation, Multi-state or international tax exposure, Experience in SaaS, Experience in real estate, Experience in Professional services, Experience in High-net-worth client environments, Experience supporting closely held businesses
What You'll Do.
Manage tax preparation
and tax planning initiatives across individual and business entities
Preparing and reviewing tax returns
Managing federal and state compliance
Supporting audits and regulatory inquiries
Monitoring changing tax laws
Identifying opportunities to reduce liabilities and improve tax efficiency
Prepare and review Individual tax returns (1040)
Prepare and review Corporate tax returns (1120)
Prepare and review Partnership returns (1065)
Manage Quarterly estimated taxes
Manage Federal and state filings
Ensure all filings are accurate
and submitted on time
Maintain organized tax calendars and filing schedules
Monitor updates to IRS guidance
Monitor updates to Federal tax law
Monitor updates to State and local tax regulations
Ensure ongoing compliance across Federal filings
Ensure ongoing compliance across Multi-state requirements
Ensure ongoing compliance across Payroll tax
Ensure ongoing compliance across Sales tax
Ensure ongoing compliance across Property tax
Minimize compliance risks and filing errors
Identify opportunities for Deductions
Identify opportunities for Credits
Identify opportunities for Tax savings
Identify opportunities for Liability reduction
Support tax-efficient transaction structuring
Provide guidance on tax implications and compliance requirements
Assist with international tax matters when applicable
Maintain audit-ready schedules and documentation
Respond to IRS notices
Respond to State tax inquiries
Respond to Audit requests
Clearly document Tax positions
Clearly document Assumptions
Clearly document Filing support
Clearly document Compliance processes
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work closely with Accounting teams; Work closely with Finance leadership; Work closely with External CPAs; Work closely with Auditors; Support month-end and year-end close activities; Ensure alignment between tax reporting and financial reporting
Communication Scope
Explain complex tax concepts clearly
Process & Methodology
Maintain organized tax calendars and filing schedules, Manage deadlines
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