Staff, Commercial Tax Services – Commercial Tax Services

Job Description

Entry Level Full Time 2027 Tax Staff | Citrin Cooperman

The Tone:
This is an entry-level, full-time role for 2027, based in Philadelphia, at Citrin Cooperman. The firm fosters professional growth and collaboration, consistently seeking talented individuals who offer fresh perspectives and a problem-solving mindset. This role is important for delivering essential commercial tax services to clients and contributing to the firm’s commitment to professional excellence. Citrin Cooperman offers competitive compensation and benefits, alongside flexibility to support employees’ personal and professional lives.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Philadelphia, PA
• Team: Staff in the Commercial Tax Services (CTS) Department
• Mission: Responsible for preparing federal and state tax returns and supporting various tax-related activities for clients.
• Tech Stack: CCH Axcess, Sureprep, XCM, Caseware

What You’ll Actually Do
• Tax Return Preparation: Prepare federal and state tax returns, extensions, and quarterly projections for various client types, including C-Corporations, S-Corporations, Partnerships, and Individuals.
• Information Management: Organize tax information and assist with tax notices and examinations.
• Audit and Research Support: Assist with tax audits, perform light research projects, and monitor and review financial information.
• Internal Communication: Communicate work status and client issues as they arise with Senior and/or Manager staff.
• Professional Development: Participate in training programs and development activities to enhance technical knowledge and industry-specific expertise.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree required; a master’s in taxation is preferred. This is an entry-level position that requires general knowledge of federal and state tax laws, including corporate, individual, trust, gifts, and partnership taxation, along with the ability to apply basic accounting principles to engagements.
• Experience: No specific years of experience required for this entry-level role. CPA eligibility is preferred.
• Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, outstanding analytical, organizational, and project management skills. The ability to multi-task and work effectively both individually and in a team setting is essential.
• Bonus: Knowledge of CCH Axcess, Sureprep, XCM, and Caseware is a plus.