Senior Accountant

Job Posting – Senior Tax Accountant and Senior Audit Accountant

Location: Cedar Knolls, NJ

Status: Full-Time | On-Site

Are you an experienced tax and audit professional looking to grow your career with a firm that values teamwork, integrity, and exceptional client service?

Buckno Lisicky & Company is seeking skilled and motivated Experienced Tax and Audit Accountants to join our dynamic firm. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who are analytical, client-focused, and eager to contribute to a growing, supportive team.

Key Responsibilities:

TAX

• Prepare a variety of tax returns, including corporate, partnership, and individual
• Research and apply relevant tax laws, concepts, and regulations
• Address tax matters related to corporate, partnership, payroll, sales, and individual taxation
• Respond to client inquiries and provide timely, professional guidance
• Anticipate and identify potential tax issues within engagements and recommend solutions
• Develop familiarity with assigned clients and begin to assess their unique tax needs
• Keep supervisors updated on engagement progress and ensure deadlines are met
• Interact directly with clients to gather documentation, resolve tax-related concerns, and provide recommendations

AUDIT

• Support shareholders through all phases of audit engagements — including planning, fieldwork, and final reporting
• Prepare and analyze financial statements
• Apply audit methodology and risk assessment techniques, including the evaluation of internal controls
• Manage moderately complex audit engagements with professionalism and accuracy
• Prepare and maintain clear and well-documented audit work papers and client deliverables
• Work directly with clients to gather necessary information, resolve audit-related issues, and offer practical recommendations
• Provide coaching and mentorship to junior staff as needed to promote team development

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA license preferred
• 3+ years of experience in public accounting or comparable industry role
• Proficiency with Ultra Tax and working knowledge of Quick Books
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Commitment to exceptional client service
• Personable, professional, and looking for a long-term career path

What We Offer:

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package and a collaborative work environment that promotes professional growth.

Our benefits include:

• Compensation:
• Competitive salary
• Full reimbursement for CPE courses
• Paid PICPA and AICPA membership dues
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with profit sharing
• Generous vacation and personal time
• Non tax season hours– offices close at 1:00 p.m. on Fridays from April 16 to January 14

Why Choose Buckno Lisicky & Company?

With over 55 years of trusted experience, Buckno Lisicky & Company is committed to building lasting relationships—both with our clients and our team members. Join a firm where your work is valued, your growth is supported, and your success is shared.