Staff, Commercial Tax Services

Job Description

Entry Level Full Time 2027 Tax Staff | Citrin Cooperman

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Citrin Cooperman, located in Woodland Hills, CA. Citrin Cooperman is a professional services firm that fosters professional growth and collaboration, consistently seeking talented individuals who bring fresh perspectives and a problem-solving mindset. This role is essential for supporting clients with federal and state tax compliance and consulting, directly contributing to the firm’s reputation for professional excellence. The company offers a supportive environment focused on professional development and flexibility for its team members.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Los Angeles, CA

• Team: Commercial Tax Services (CTS) Department
• Mission: Responsible for preparing federal and state tax returns and supporting tax-related client services for various entity types.
• Tech Stack: CCH Axcess, Sureprep, XCM, Caseware

What You’ll Actually Do
• Prepares federal and state tax returns, extensions, and quarterly projections for various client types including C-Corp, S-Corp, Partnership, and Individual.
• Organizes tax information and provides assistance with tax notices and examinations.
• Assists with tax audits, performs light research projects, and monitors and reviews financial information.
• Communicates work status and any client issues that arise to Senior and/or Manager level staff.
• Collaborates with other tax professionals within the firm to share knowledge and ensures deliverables are completed with quality, and participates in training and professional development activities.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree required, with a preference for a master’s in taxation. This is an Entry-Level role focusing on general knowledge of federal and state tax laws, including corporate, individual, trust, gifts, and partnership taxation.
• Experience: Ability to apply basic accounting principles to engagements. CPA eligibility is preferred.
• Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, highly motivated to work individually and in a team setting, outstanding analytical, organizational, and project management skills, and the ability to multi-task effectively.
• Bonus: Knowledge of CCH Axcess, Sureprep, XCM, and Caseware is a plus.