Associate, Tax (New Orleans, LA)

**ASSOCIATE, TAX** At Carr, Riggs & Ingram, your career path is just that—yours. We are strong believers in the notion that your career should adapt to and integrate into your life and not the other way around. We invite you to explore our opportunities and learn how CRI can help you reinvent your career path and shape your future. We are dedicated to uniting your professional passions with your individual personal pursuits, creating an empowered workplace for everyone—from interns and admins to staff accountants and future partners. At CRI, #EverybodyCounts. **Essential Functions:** - Prepare individual, corporate and partnership tax returns of varying complexities - Perform services within budgeted time by developing technical, time management and organizational skills - Assist in the preparation of quarterly and year-end estimates - Draft response letter to IRS and state notices when needed - Make adjusting entries and complete a trial balance in order to prepare business returns - Perform accounting/bookkeeping functions when needed **Qualifications:** - 1-3 years (or busy seasons) with a public accounting firm - Have completed all requirements to sit for the CPA exam - Excellent oral and written communication skills - Strong organizational and analytical abilities - Ability to work well in a team environment ***Applicants m*** ***ust be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. CRI will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this position or future positions (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).*** CRI is a nationally recognized accounting and advisory firm known for its audit, tax, and business consulting expertise. The profession and our communities widely acknowledge our commitment to delivering tailored solutions to help ensure client success. We stand out through our collaborative, client-focused approach, offering personalized services backed by deep industry knowledge. Clients trust CRI as a dedicated partner who understands their unique needs and ensures support at every step. To learn more about the industries we serve, our service offerings, and our family of companies please visit us at [www.criadv.com](http://www.criadv.com/ "http://www.criadv.com/"). CRI offers a generous benefits package that includes 21 PTO days, 9 paid holidays, and company-paid long-term disability and life insurance. Employees also have access to Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance, as well as dental, vision, and short-term disability coverage. Additional benefits include parental leave, flexible spending accounts, and a 401(k) retirement plan.