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Job Summary: The Associate, STS Accounting Methods assists in the delivery of federal tax consulting services related to accounting methods. This position is responsible for supporting client engagements by preparing technical work products, conducting research, and maintaining documentation to help clients optimize their tax positions and comply with federal tax regulations. Job Duties:
- Collects and organizes client financial data and documentation for use in federal tax accounting method analyses
- Prepares accounting method change requests and section 481(a) computations under supervision
- Maintains and organizes workpapers and supporting documentation for client deliverables
- Conducts basic research on federal tax accounting method issues and summarizes findings for team review
- Communicates technical issues and data challenges to team members and management
- Coordinates with core tax teams to ensure timely completion of deliverables
- Participates in client and internal meetings to discuss project status and deliverables
- Supports business development activities by gathering and analyzing client information
- Assists in the preparation of proposals and presentations for prospective clients
- Other duties as required
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Education:
- Bachelor's degree, required
Experience:
- Leadership experience, preferred
- Accounting based internship, preferred
License/Certifications:
- Currently working towards Certified Public Accountant license, Enrolled Agent certification, or Juris Doctorate degree (or the equivalent of one of these designations), preferred
Software:
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel & Word, preferred
Language:
Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Entrepreneurial spirit and leadership mentality
- Ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of BDO
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment with a focus on superior customer service
- Solid organizational skills, especially the ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
- Desire to understand why a task is being performed and to seek learning opportunities
- Strong initiative, drive to lead, and desire and ability to enhance and grow the STS Accounting Methods practice
- Building, maintaining, and utilizing networks of client relationships and community involvement
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BDO USA, LLP
Aug 27, 2025