Senior Tax Accountant

CB Partners is partnering with a well-established, employee-owned organization seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to join its corporate finance team. This position will serve as the company's internal tax subject matter expert, overseeing state and local tax compliance, income tax reporting, property tax filings, and ESOP administration while also supporting financial reporting and general accounting activities.

This is an excellent opportunity for a tax professional who enjoys ownership, problem-solving, and partnering with business leaders to ensure compliance while supporting strategic business objectives. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in corporate tax, multi-state compliance, and financial reporting, along with the ability to work independently in a collaborative environment.

• Serve as the primary internal resource for state and local tax (SALT) matters.
• Research, interpret, and apply tax laws and regulations impacting company operations.
• Prepare, review, and file multi-state sales and use tax returns and related tax filings.
• Lead tax audits and respond to inquiries from taxing authorities.
• Evaluate sales and use tax implications for vendor and customer transactions.
• Maintain exemption certificates and supporting tax documentation.
• Support Canadian and international tax compliance activities through coordination with external advisors.
• Prepare and file annual real and personal property tax returns.
• Review property tax assessments and participate in appeals when appropriate.
• Prepare federal and state income tax work papers supporting annual tax filings.
• Coordinate with external tax advisors and review tax returns for accuracy and completeness.
• Support administration and compliance activities related to the company's Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Coordinate Form 5500 preparation and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Support audit requests, financial reporting initiatives, and process improvement projects.
• Partner with business leaders to identify risks, improve processes, and ensure regulatory compliance.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• CPA preferred.
• 7+ years of corporate tax, public accounting, or related experience.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local tax compliance requirements.
• Experience with sales and use tax, property tax, and income tax reporting.
• Knowledge of tax return preparation and tax provision concepts.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience working with external auditors and tax advisors preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems and tax compliance software preferred.

• Experience with in engineering, construction, or professional services environments is a plus.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.