Senior Tax Accountant - Public Accounting

• Step into a true Senior Tax Accountant role with a fast-growing CPA firm where your expertise directly impacts clients’ financial outcomes.
• Work on a wide variety of individual, corporate, partnership, trust, and nonprofit returns while sharpening both your technical tax and advisory skills.
• Enjoy strong professional development and clear upward mobility, with direct mentorship from experienced CPAs and tax leaders.
• Join a firm with a positive, friendly, and energized culture that prioritizes collaboration, learning, and work life balance.
• Benefit from a flexible, hybrid work environment once fully ramped, plus tax season and holiday bonuses and firm-provided CPE.

Tampa, FL – primarily on-site in South Tampa with a flexible hybrid schedule once you are fully trained and trusted to work independently. Expect to be in-office regularly to collaborate with the tax team and meet with clients. Candidates must already live in the Tampa Bay area within a reasonable commute; relocation is not provided.

To be considered, you must have a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, at least 3+ years of tax experience in public accounting, and strong tax preparation skills across individual, corporate, and partnership returns. CPA or EA is preferred. You must live in the Tampa Bay area, be willing to work on-site, and be available for increased hours (around 50 per week) during tax season.

Our client is a fast-growing CPA firm in South Tampa that specializes in helping small and midsize companies with tax, accounting, and payroll. They are trusted with “the cash” and the most critical financial details of their clients’ businesses because they listen first, understand each client’s urgent needs, and deliver work accurately and efficiently. With a 4.9 star online rating, multiple Quick Books Pro Advisor certifications, advanced degrees in accounting and finance, and decades of combined experience, they blend technical expertise with a highly personal, educational, and relationship-based approach.

• Prepare and review a wide range of individual, corporate, partnership, trust, and nonprofit tax returns with a focus on accuracy and compliance.
• Apply federal, state, and local tax codes to help clients receive the maximum benefits allowed under law.
• Provide proactive tax planning strategies and recommendations for individuals and small businesses.
• Stay current on changes in tax law, public accounting standards, and best practices.
• Manage, train, and mentor tax staff, reviewing their work and providing feedback and support.
• Review financial statements and supporting documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Communicate with clients to gather necessary information, address questions, and explain complex tax concepts in clear language.
• Review and respond to client comments and feedback, collaborating with other team members as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• CPA or EA preferred.
• Minimum 3+ years of tax experience, ideally in public accounting.
• Strong background in tax preparation and compliance for individual, corporate, and partnership returns.
• Solid understanding of financial statement preparation and how it connects to tax.
• Excellent analytical and detail-oriented skills with strong regulatory knowledge.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines, especially during busy season.
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel;
  Drake Tax experience preferred but not required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex concepts clearly to clients.

• Positive, friendly, and energized work environment that makes busy season as manageable as possible.
• Tax season and holiday bonuses that reward your contribution and extra effort.
• Daily collaboration with experienced team members and direct access to firm leadership.
• Direct client communication and relationship-building opportunities that let you see your impact.
• Flexible schedule that supports work life balance, with average hours of about 50 during tax season and about 40 outside of tax season.
• Significant career growth opportunities, with a clear path to more responsibility and advancement.
• Firm-provided CPE and strong support for your ongoing professional development.
• Open-door policy for guidance, questions, and continuous learning.