Tax Preparer
- Pay
- $80,000 – $95,000 per year
- Location
- New York, NY
- Listed
- Today
About the role
Altman Greenfield & Selvaggi is a fast growing, boutique Accounting Firm specializing in Business Management for entertainment clients, located in the heart of Union Square. We are currently seeking a Tax Preparer for the New York City office location. This role requires a high energy individual with strong interpersonal skills. We are committed to the development, recognition, and advancement of all of our associates. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and a friendly environment. Come join our team!
The candidate will be in the office full-time for the first 90 days, and then based on performance, may be eligible for a hybrid schedule.
Primary Responsibilities
- Accurately prepare federal, state, and local tax returns and extensions - individual, corporate, partnership, and trust returns.
- Accurately prepare clean and easy-to-follow workpapers.
- Review tax information supplied by clients and obtain open items.
- Perform tax research.
- Identify and communicate issues to seniors and Partners and help problem solve to find solutions.
Qualifications
- Minimum 3+ years relevant tax preparation experience, mid-size CPA industry experience is preferred.
- BS or MS in Accounting.
- CPA, or working on CPA exam.
- Strong proficiency in tax laws - individual, corporate, partnerships, and trusts.
- Motivated, self-starter.
- Organized and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Able to multi-task and prioritize.
- Excellent client service skills.
- Terrific communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Able to problem solve, thinking both creatively and logically.
- Able to work in a team environment, as well as individually.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Proficiency with CCH Axcess is a plus.
- Flexibility to work nights and weekends during, as needed.
Pay and benefits
The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $80,000-$95,000 base salary compensation range. Actual base pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, subject matter expertise, geographic location where work will be performed, and the applicant's skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package.
Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k). Please note that the job title is subject to change based on the selected candidate's experience and education.
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AGS is part of the Focus Financial Partners' network firm community. As part of the partnership, AGS remains independently operated but gains the support of a broader organization. Whether focused on growth, enhancing capabilities, or planning for the future, being part of Focus means you are part of something larger while still working in an entrepreneurial, firm-led environment.
About Focus Financial Partners
Focus is a leading financial services firm comprised of integrated wealth management, family office, and business management services. Blending deep expertise and expansive resources with a boutique, client-first fiduciary philosophy, Focus helps individuals, families, and institutions navigate complex financial situations with highly personalized solutions tailored to their unique needs.
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For Rhode Island Applicants: Focus is subject to Chapters 29-38 of Title 28 of the General Laws of Rhode Island and is therefore covered by the state's workers' compensation law. The Company complies fully with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Focus is an equal opportunity employer and bases its employment decisions on the employee or candidate's skillset, and without regard to an employee or candidate's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state and/or federal law.
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From Focus Financial Partners's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 11, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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