Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a motivated accounting professional to lead our Personal Income Tax Audit Project. You’ll help to expedite refunds while ensuring fair and accurate assessment of state income tax returns.

As a Tax Analyst, you will review state income tax returns, using your professional judgment to analyze whether returns require audit. You’ll also research legal precedents, communicate with taxpayers, and contribute to a culture that values integrity and continuous learning.

As the Project Lead, you’ll be responsible for:

• Establishing project goals and timelines
• Overseeing audits from initiation to resolution
• Issuing refunds or calculating additional liabilities
• Creating progress reports and adjusting strategies as needed
• Training and supervising staff as the project grows

You’ll be supported by a knowledgeable team but given autonomy over your workload. Opportunities for broader tax audit engagement are available throughout the year.

Work Schedule

Hybrid model: On-site presence required every Tuesday – Thursday at one of our two Delaware offices . Remote work is permitted on Mondays and Fridays.

Schedule: 37.5 hours per week with flexible start/end times and no seasonal overtime.

Responsibilities

• Examine financial records and calculate taxes based on regulations
• Request relevant documentation to support tax positions
• Identify discrepancies and recommend corrective actions
• Prepare and organize work papers using Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat
• Navigate database/mainframes to manage audit timelines, liabilities, payments, refunds and reports
• Communicate effectively with taxpayers or their representatives via the phone, email, or video
• Effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Foster a collaborative and productive environment within the audit team
• Represent the organization before taxing authorities
• Successfully complete continuing education courses in related subject areas to maintain professional status
• Comply with all time and attendance policies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in accounting (CPA/CPA candidates strongly preferred)
• 3+ years of experience with personal income tax preparation, review, or audit
• Working knowledge of Federal and Delaware tax laws
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Valid state-issued driver’s license and insured vehicle for local travel required to perform duties
• Ability to pass a background screening, drug testing and credit check

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance bonuses
• Profit sharing and 401k with company match
• Medical, disability, and life insurance coverage
• Paid time off and paid parental leave
• 11 paid holidays
• Hybrid working environment and flexible schedule
• Professional development support including paid licenses and continuing education
• Company outings and a culture that supports work-life balance

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