Senior Tax Accountant

Senior Tax Accountant

Loucks & Weaver CPAs | Nappanee, Indiana | Full-Time

Loucks & Weaver CPAs is an established public accounting firm serving a diverse base of individual, business, and not-for-profit clients across northern Indiana and beyond. Our practice spans tax, compilation, payroll, and advisory services, and we are committed to delivering technical excellence with the personal service that comes from being part of the communities we serve.

As a Senior Tax Accountant, you will own a portfolio of tax engagements from start to finish, mentor junior staff through the review process, and contribute to our compilation and payroll practices during the off-season. This is a hands‑on technical position with clear progression for the right candidate.

• Prepare individual (Form 1040), Partnership (Form 1065), S‑Corporation (Form 1120‑S), Corporation (Form 1120), Fiduciary (Form 1041), and Exempt Organization (Form 990) tax returns
• Review tax returns prepared by junior staff and provide technical coaching and feedback
• Assist with financial statement preparations and compilation engagements
• Communicate directly with clients on technical matters, planning opportunities, and engagement progress

• Active CPA license (or active candidate within reach of completion)
• Minimum of 5 years of public accounting experience, with a concentration in tax
• Hands‑on preparation experience across the major return types (1040, 1065, 1120‑S, 1120, 1041, 990)
• Demonstrated ability to review work and develop junior staff
• Strong working knowledge of federal and multi‑state tax compliance
• Comfort with professional tax software, Quick Books, and standard Microsoft Office tools
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication
• Self‑directed work ethic and the judgment to manage competing deadlines during compressed periods

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• PTO
• 401(k) with 4% employer match
• Group health insurance
• Ancillary insurance options
• Relaxed hours during tax off‑season

This position is based at our Nappanee, Indiana office.

Loucks & Weaver CPAs is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.