Senior Tax Accountant

Job Summary

The Senior Tax Accountant will work directly with firm clients to assist in all areas relating to financial reporting and tax return compliance. Qualified candidates must have a minimum of five years of tax and accounting experience in a public accounting environment. Candidates must also possess expertise in current professional tax practices and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with clients and staff throughout all phases of accounting and tax engagements. This position is full-time with overtime expected during busy season.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare and review tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, trusts, and estates.

• Communicate with partners, staff, and clients to ensure timely and accurate tax reporting.

• Prepare and review financial statements, reports, and records by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.

• Maintain professional standards and technical knowledge through workshops, seminars, publications, personal networks, and/or professional societies.

• Remain current on general economic and political trends and possible tax or other legislation impacting the business climate.

• Contribute to the overall success of the firm and staff by promoting efficient execution throughout the engagement while cultivating positive client relationships.

• Research issues and respond to client and staff questions in a simple, understandable fashion.

• Manage multiple client requests in an efficient and timely manner.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Competencies

• CPA designation with a minimum of five years of public accounting experience in tax and small business accounting.

• Strong knowledge of current professional tax practices.

• Strong tax preparation and tax return review experience.

• Experience preparing and reviewing tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, trusts, and estates.

• Experience with small business accounting and financial reporting.

• Strong analytical skills with an orientation toward detail and accuracy.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with clients and staff.

• Ability to take ownership of assigned work and use initiative to complete assignments in a timely manner.

• Ability to work effectively under time constraints and during busy season.

• Strong interpersonal and client relationship management skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Strong technology skills that contribute to the completion of assignments.

• Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary: $80,000 - $120,000 per year

• Bonus pay

• Health insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Holiday pay

• SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with matching contributions

• Professional development assistance

• Continuing education credits

• Flexible schedule

• Mileage reimbursement

• Opportunities for advancement

• Access to investment advice

• A portion of work may be performed remotely; the majority of work is on-site

Work Schedule

• Full-time

• Overtime expected during busy season

• Work location: In person

Equal Opportunity

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply.