Senior Tax Accountant

About the Role

We are a growing Bergen County CPA firm seeking a Senior Accountant with at least 5 years of CPA-firm experience. CPA preferred, not required with strong skills in accounting, auditing, workpaper and financial statement preparation for commercial real estate partnerships, construction companies, manufacturers, distributors, and other closely held businesses. Related tax experience a plus.

You’ll be hands‑on with a mix of clients in industries that require real technical depth, including:

• Construction contractors and developers
• Manufacturing and distribution companies
• Closely held businesses across multiple states

• International clients
• Public company or SEC work
• If that’s your background or interest, this isn’t the right fit.

• Prepare accounting work papers for compilation and review engagements, perform audit procedures
• Assist, as needed, in the preparation of federal and state income tax returns for the related partnership, S corporations, C corporations, and high‑net‑worth individuals
• Manage workflow, meet deadlines, and communicate clearly with firm team members
• Supervise staff as needed
• Support planning, projections, and transactional matters

• Minimum 5 years experience in a CPA firm
• Strong competency with accounting, financial statement preparation.
• Relevant audit and accounting experience
• Experience with real estate/construction/manufacturing clients strongly preferred
• Ability to manage multiple engagements
• Solid working knowledge of CCH Engagement, CCH Pro System fx

• A stable client base of closely‑held businesses
• A firm culture that values accountability, professionalism, and client service
• Competitive compensation, benefits and opportunities for long‑term growth

Send your resume plus a brief overview of your experience