Professional Assistant/Tax Administrator

Parsippany, New Jersey

SAX
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At Sax LLP, we are driven by our ability to turn every client's dream into a reality. We are a forward-thinking multi-disciplinary accounting, tax, and advisory firm serving the needs of closely held companies, family-owned businesses, not-for-profit entities, government, and high-net-worth individuals. We are dedicated to providing an environment that offers growth, stability and advancement opportunities, in a team-member-driven culture where contributions are recognized and rewarded. We have everything you need for a dynamic career.



Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

A non-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities is outlined below. This list is only a guideline of what to expect in the position. New duties and responsibilities may develop as the position and employee evolve and the job description will change accordingly. This is a Non-Exempt position.



We are currently seeking a full-time Professional Assistant/Tax Administrator for the Shared Services Department, reporting to the Director of Operations. This role requires on-site presence in the Parsippany, NJ office, with work-from-home requests subject to approval by the Director of Operations.



Responsibilities:


• Type, proofread and format all types of correspondence and Tax Arrangement Letters for the Firm.


• Prepare FedEx and Certified mailings when requested.


• Save all returns, reports, documents and forms to the Firm's document managing system (GFR), and route workflows when appropriate.


• Create barcode pages for source documents to be scanned into GFR.


• Process and finalize monthly billings and retainers to clients.


• Provide backup to Tax Processing and E-File teams as necessary:


• Experience with GFR, CCH Axcess, and SafeSend is preferred for technical support.


• Business or Business Casual attire is required at all times.



Qualifications:

Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of position. Maintains the ability to use grammatical, spelling and punctuation skills effectively. Must have excellent organizational skills and the ability to multi-task. Possesses excellent interpersonal skills as well as a cooperative and dependable personality.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams, is required.


• Prior experience in a Tax/Accounting firm is strongly preferred.


• Must be able to type a minimum of 60 WPM.


• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.


• Expected workweek is 37.5 hours, 8:30am-5:00pm Monday - Friday.


• Vacation blackouts, OT and availability on Saturdays required from Feb. 15th - April 15th, and Sept. 1st - Oct. 15th.



Comprehensive Benefits Package includes:

  • Top Tier Health, Dental, & Vision Plans
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
  • Medical and Dependent Care
  • Life and Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Short and Long -Term Disability Insurance
  • 401k plan with matching contribution
  • Defined Contribution Plan (profit sharing)
  • Customized Work Arrangements
  • Floating Holidays and Volunteer PTO
  • Unlimited PTO for Managers and Above
  • Referral Bonus Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement for Advanced Degree
  • Healthy Living Reimbursement Program
  • Health & Wellness App Subscription
  • CPA & EA reimbursement for study materials and exam
  • AICPA and CPA State Society membership reimbursement for Managers and above
  • OnDemand access to industry leading CPE courses
  • Summer Fridays at 1pm



Sax LLP is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace.


Date Posted: 02 May 2025
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