Senior Tax Accountant

Senior Tax Accountant

Position: Senior Tax Accountant (Tax Manager Track)
Location: Glendale, CA (Hybrid Work Model)
Salary: $120,000 - $130,000 plus benefits package
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience

Required:

Minimum 5 years
Education: CPA required

We are a dynamic and growing accounting firm based in Glendale, CA, focused on providing exceptional tax services to a diverse clientele. We pride ourselves on a collaborative work environment that fosters professional growth and development.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Tax Accountant to join our team. This position is ideal for a seasoned tax professional who has spent a few years in a senior role at smaller firms and is now looking to advance their career toward a Tax Manager position within the next 6-9 months. The candidate will start by working in our Glendale office, with the potential to transition to a hybrid work model in the near future.

• Tax Preparation & Review: Prepare and review complex individual, corporate, partnership, and trust tax returns.
• Tax Planning & Strategy: Provide proactive tax planning and advisory services to clients.
• Client Management: Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing expert guidance on tax-related matters.
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with junior staff, offering mentorship and guidance to enhance team performance.
• Compliance: Ensure all tax filings are completed accurately and on time, staying current with tax laws and regulations.
• Reporting: Assist in preparing financial statements and tax reports for internal and external use.
• Path to Tax Manager: Demonstrate leadership skills and a strong understanding of tax principles, positioning yourself to step into a Tax Manager role within 6-9 months.

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of total tax accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a senior tax accountant role at smaller firms.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Certification: Active CPA license is required.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency in tax preparation software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex tax concepts to clients and team members.
• Detail-Oriented: High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Leadership Potential: Demonstrated ability to take initiative and lead projects, with a clear desire to advance to a Tax Manager position.

• Competitive salary ($120,000 - $130,000) with performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Professional development opportunities, including continuing education support.
• Potential for a hybrid work model after an initial in-office period.