Tax Assistant Salary in Milwaukee, WI

OverviewBaker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) is a leading advisory CPA firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world's leading financial centers - New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles and Chicago. Baker Tilly is an independent member of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 145 territories, with 41,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $4.7 billion. Please discuss the work location status with your Baker Tilly talent acquisition professional to understand the requirements for an opportunity you are exploring. Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law. Any unsolicited resumes submitted through our website or to Baker Tilly US, LLP, employee e-mail accounts are considered property of Baker Tilly US, LLP, and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorized recruitment agency ("search firm") for Baker Tilly US, LLP, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by Baker Tilly's Talent Attraction team, to submit candidates for review via our applicant tracking system. ResponsibilitiesAre you looking for an accounting role to jump-start your career?Are you interested in diving into a particular industry and becoming an expert in that space?If yes, consider joining Baker Tilly (BT) as an Accounting Assistant! This is a great opportunity to be a valued business advisor delivering industry-focused audit, advisory and compliance services to Not For Profit clients. As one of the fastest growing firms in the nation, BT has the ability to offer you upward career trajectory, flexibility in how and where you get your work done and meaningful relationships with clients, teammates and leadership who truly care about you and your development!You will enjoy this role if:You are looking for an opportunity to build your career in a specific industry, becoming an industry expert to the clients you serveYou want to work for a leading CPA advisory firm that serves middle market clients and whose owners have both their clients' and employees' best interests in mind and are transparent in their decisionsYou value your development and want to work for a firm that provides you the autonomy to own your schedule and career through structured programs (ask us about My Development and Dress for Your Day!)You want to grow professionally and develop your client service and technical accounting skills to build a career with endless opportunities now, for tomorrowWhat you will do:Provide team support and client services for bookkeeping and accounting matters.Examine and analyze accounting records, prepare statements and reports.Assist with administrative and operational projects as requested.Communicate interactively with engagement team members.Provide backup to support the team, when necessary.Meet client service expectations through the efficient, timely and accurate completion of the assigned tasks.Perform general office functions which may include filing or faxing documents, data entry, and coordinating client mail delivery. Maintain confidentiality and independence with respect to client information.Maintain and expand knowledge base in area of expertise.QualificationsHigh school diploma with two (2) or more years of accounting related experience. Associate's degree in business related field with one (1) or more years of accounting related experience is preferred. Experience in lieu of a degree may be accepted.Prior experience in accounting, bookkeeping or payroll, preferred.Experience with tax, tax forms, and tax reporting, preferred.Knowledge of accounting principles related to classifying, recording, and summarizing data and making computations to compile and keep financial records.Demonstrated proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Office Suite.Ability to prioritize work and coordinate activities as needed.Strong communication and teamwork skills.Strong attention to detail and ability to follow directions and procedures.Ability to maintain confidentiality and independence with respect to client information.Eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. Additional Information#LI-JS1

C2 client, a thriving global software company that believes that ecommerce software should enable sustainable growth and their two ecommerce applications exemplify that belief. They seek an Ecommerce Solutions Consultant to drive solution development during and after the sales process for new B2B customers using their enterprise solution for projects. This is a key position in their business, and the person in this role will have the opportunity to work closely with a range of our internal teams, as well as implementation partners and customers.Company Overview:Our client is building something special. Awesome ecommerce software and a great place for team members to bring their whole selves to work. Their people are passionate about the work and enjoy cracking jokes along the way. The teams tackle complex challenges and work together to create innovative solutions, celebrating every little victory along the way. They're committed to helping team members grow their career while joining an organization that values cultivating a feeling like a family.Start date: As soon as they find the right personDuration: Full-time Direct HireLocation: Hybrid in Wauwatosa, WI with Tues./Thurs. in officeCompensation: Commensurate with experienceProduct Information:The company developed two software products, an ecommerce product customization platform that allows shoppers to personalize, customize, and configure products as well as an enterprise, B2B ecommerce platform with a rich set of built-in features to easily manage content, site search, product information, and multi-store functionality.Responsibilities:Act as a customer-facing subject matter expert on their enterprise solution and B2B ecommerce industry best practices.Lead discovery sessions, perform presentations, answer questions, and solve problems for assigned customers, teams, and projects.Work with customers, implementation partners, internal team members, and other parties as required to translate customer business needs into requirements, specifications, and an achievable plan.Identify, anticipate, tackle issues, and remove blockers/obstacles.Work with the internal sales team, and product managers on new sales opportunities, and product planning as requested. Act as the Sales Engineer during product demonstrations, answer RFPs, and assist in pre-discovery conversations during the sales process. Collaborate with the sales team to evaluate customer needs and provide technical sales supportMust-Haves For This Gig:6+ years of Ecommerce, Business Analysis, and/or consulting technology experience.Deep understanding of ecommerce B2B and B2C best practices.Solid understanding of ecommerce Software solution component purposes (e.g. ERP, PIM, CRM, CMS, DAM, PLM, Prices, Inventory, Tax, et al.).General understanding of internal B2B company processes and procedures, including marketing, product planning, product merchandising, order management, order shipping, and delivery.Demonstrated consulting experience on ecommerce technology projects.Technical aptitude and the ability to simplify complex topics with words and drawings.Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication ability with a strong emphasis on listening.Demonstrated comfort and expertise with leading presentations and presenting to senior and executive-level leadership and customers.Experience in doing sales demos, answering RFPs, and owning the pre-sales discovery process.Expert process mapping, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.Must be a results-oriented self-starter with a desire to continuously learn.High level of attention to detail.Not your type of gig, but know someone who would be interested? Refer a qualified candidate, and if they get the job, you get a signing bonus! (Make sure they mention your name as their referral source so you get your well-deserved credit!)All candidates must be located and authorized to work in the United States. C2 does not sponsor work visas. No C2C.