Tax Senior

Tax Senior

Established public accounting firm | Confidential search

A growing public accounting firm is hiring an experienced Tax Senior to prepare and review returns, work directly with clients, and begin taking on leadership responsibility within the tax team. This is a good fit for someone who has outgrown a staff role and wants more client exposure and a clear path toward manager.

ABOUT THE ROLE
You’ll handle a diverse mix of tax engagements, including individuals, partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, and other entities. You’ll prepare and review returns, research technical questions, and serve as a point of contact for clients. You’ll also guide staff accountants and help keep engagements on schedule.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare complex federal and state income tax returns for individuals and business entities
• Potentially Review staff-prepared returns and provide clear, constructive feedback
• Research tax issues and document conclusions
• Communicate directly with clients to gather information, answer questions, and explain results
• Identify planning opportunities and bring them to managers and partners
• Help train and mentor staff accountants
• Track deadlines, manage your workload, and keep engagements moving
• Support tax planning projects and special assignments as they arise

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field
• CPA license or actively pursuing the CPA (preferred) / EA
• 2-4 years of public accounting tax experience
• Experience preparing individual and business returns
• Working knowledge of federal and state tax regulations
• Familiarity with tax software and research tools
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Interest in developing review and leadership skills

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Salary of $60,000-$105,000, depending on experience and credentials
• Comprehensive health benefits
• 401(k) and retirement benefits
• Paid time off and holidays
• Support for CPA exam preparation and continuing education
• Opportunities for advancement into management
• Regular exposure to managers and firm leadership

Interested?

If you’re a tax professional ready for more leadership and client responsibility, we’d welcome a conversation. All inquiries are kept confidential. Reach out to Kaitlyn Opdahl at [email protected] or apply here.