Senior Tax Accountant

The role

The Senior Tax Accountant will prepare federal and state tax returns for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, and trusts and estates. This role involves conducting tax research, managing client engagements, and providing tax planning recommendations.

What you will do

• Prepare federal and state tax returns for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, and trusts and estates.
• Prepare Schedule K-1s and analyze pass-through entity tax issues.
• Conduct tax research and resolve complex tax questions.
• Prepare quarterly estimated tax calculations and tax projections.
• Review client financial statements and supporting documentation for tax compliance.
• Communicate directly with clients to gather information and provide planning recommendations.
• Identify tax-saving opportunities and assist clients with year-round tax planning.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations.
• Respond to IRS and state tax notices and assist with audits.
• Manage multiple client engagements while meeting filing deadlines.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• 4+ years of recent public accounting tax experience.
• Strong understanding of federal and state tax laws.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of professionalism and commitment to client service.

Nice to have

• CPA license preferred or actively pursuing CPA certification.
• Experience with CCH ProSystem fx Tax, Axcess Tax, or other CCH software preferred.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Options for fully paid employee only coverage for health and dental
• Company-Paid Life and Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Ancillary Benefits such as supplemental life insurance, critical illness, and accident insurance
• Classic Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan with employer contributions
• Access to Becker and LinkedIn Learning

About the company

Current partners with leading accounting firms across the United States through a shared platform. Their network firm is based out of Glen Rock, NJ.