Tax Associate

Job description

At EY, we are committed to shaping your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. The Opportunity At EY, you will be allowed the opportunity to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. At EY, Tax professionals combine agility, diverse thought, tax technical depth and the power of technology and analytics to provide exceptional client service. In a rapidly changing business and tax environment, we develop dynamic leaders who, through their professionalism and entrepreneurial spirit, make a positive impact on the working world. Our Tax Services department in Jamaica is currently offering exceptional career opportunities for an Experienced Staff . Responsibilities Teaming with tax professionals within a compliance group to execute tax compliance work Determine all information required to ensure/complete accurate tax compliance products within the budget. Formulate a plan to gather/communicate information Provide timely and high-quality services and work products that meet client expectations Build on technical competence by keeping up to date on trends, developments and technical authorities and applying them to relevant situations Demonstrate professionalism through a positive and cooperative attitude and by maintaining the confidential and proprietary nature of client relationships and related work products Contribute to the overall success of the team by developing a thorough understanding of EY methodologies and tools to enhance service delivery; keeping team members informed of work status; actively seeking assignments when unassigned; proactively seeking opportunities to provide tax services; challenging traditional procedures used in the past; and attempting to find new approaches Requirements: At least 1-2 years of relevant experience within a Finance and Accounting or tax compliance environment with exposure to tax matters Bachelor's degree, preferably with an emphasis in Accounting, Finance or Economics (or any related field) and/ or completed or pursuing a professional certification e.g CPA, ACCA, LEC Working knowledge of current and emerging tax issues as well as tax laws, with the ability to apply knowledge General knowledge or coursework in tax laws Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools A commitment to learning in a tax technology environment Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving ability Strong written and verbal communication skills Candidate should be; curious, an active learner, agile, innovative and open to new ideas What we offer you At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more. Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. To help create an equitable and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need. EY | Building a better working world EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.