Senior Tax Accountant
Listed on 2026-08-25
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Accounting
Tax Accountant, Senior Accountant, Accounting & Finance, Financial Reporting -
Finance & Banking
Tax Accountant, Accounting & Finance, Financial Reporting
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Tax Accountant / Tax Senior to join our growing accounting and tax team.
We are looking for someone with a solid accounting foundation and hands‑on tax preparation experience who is ready to continue developing professionally within our firm.
The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, comfortable working with multiple clients and deadlines, and capable of working independently while knowing when to ask questions or request additional guidance.
We value integrity, ethics, professionalism, teamwork, continuous learning, and excellent client service.
Personal & Professional Traits About the PositionWe are seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Tax Accountant / Tax Senior to join our growing accounting and tax team.
We are looking for someone with a solid accounting foundation and hands‑on tax preparation experience who is ready to continue developing professionally within our firm.
The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, comfortable working with multiple clients and deadlines, and capable of working independently while knowing when to ask questions or request additional guidance.
We value integrity, ethics, professionalism, teamwork, continuous learning, and excellent client service.
Personal & Professional TraitsThe ideal candidate should be:
- Confident and professional.
- Organized and detail-oriented.
- Self-motivated and responsible.
- Adaptable to changing priorities.
- Solution and results-oriented.
- Comfortable asking questions when necessary.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Able to manage multiple assignments and deadlines.
- Comfortable working under pressure during tax season.
- Interested in learning and professional growth.
- Committed to providing excellent client service.
- 3+ years of accounting and/or tax experience
, including hands‑on experience with tax preparation. - Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field is preferred. Relevant professional experience may be considered in place of a degree.
- Good understanding of general accounting principles and financial records.
- Experience reviewing accounting records and identifying adjustments necessary before preparing tax returns.
- Understanding of:
- General Ledger
- Trial Balance
- Bank and Credit Card Reconciliations
- Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
- Fixed Assets
- Depreciation and Amortization
- Adjusting Journal Entries
- Retained Earnings and Equity Accounts
The candidate should have practical experience preparing some or most of the following:
- Individual Income Tax Returns —
Form 1040 - Partnership Returns —
Form 1065 - S Corporation Returns —
Form 1120-S - C Corporation Returns —
Form 1120 - Federal and State Income Tax Returns
- Extensions and Estimated Tax Payments
A basic to intermediate understanding of the following is preferred:
- Schedule K-1
- Partner and Shareholder Equity
- Basis concepts
- Depreciation
- Book-to-Tax Adjustments
- Schedule M-1 and M-2
- Common business deductions
Candidates are not expected to be experts in every area listed above
. We value strong fundamentals, practical experience, good judgment, and the willingness to continue learning.
Previous experience with accounting and/or professional tax software is required.
Experience with any of the following is a plus:
- Quick Books Online
- Quick Books Desktop
- Pro Connect Tax
- Drake Tax
- Lacerte
- Ultra Tax
- CCH
- Zoho or similar platforms
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel is expected.
Key ResponsibilitiesThe Senior Tax Accountant / Tax Senior may be responsible for:
- Preparing individual and business tax returns.
- Reviewing client accounting records before tax preparation.
- Identifying missing information and potential accounting issues.
- Preparing basic adjusting journal entries.
- Reconciling accounts when necessary.
- Preparing tax work papers and supporting schedules.
- Assisting with federal and state tax compliance.
- Preparing extensions and estimated tax calculations.
- Communicating with clients to request documents and clarify transactions.
- Managing multiple client assignments and deadlines.
- Maintaining accurate and organized engagement documentation.
- Responding to review comments from management.
- Assist…
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