Senior Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Accountant

Full-Time · Omaha, NE

Well established growing Omaha CPA firm looking for a Senior Accountant ready to take real ownership of client engagements. This role is a natural next step for someone with a few years of public accounting experience under their belt comfortable handling complex returns independently, ready to start reviewing the work of others, and looking to build toward a management track.

You will work directly with managers and partners on a diverse client base, take the lead on your own engagements, and start mentoring staff accountants along the way. It is a role with more autonomy, more client-facing responsibility, and a clear line of sight to the next level.

Competitive compensation, strong benefits, and a firm that genuinely values work-life balance.

What You'll Do

•          Prepare and review individual, business, and partnership Federal and State tax returns

•          Prepare and review Federal and State payroll tax returns and personal property tax filings

•          Conduct tax research and help resolve moderately complex client issues

•          Manage your own portfolio of client engagements from start to finish

•          Build strong client relationships and serve as a day-to-day point of contact

•          Review the work of staff accountants and provide feedback and mentorship

•          Support bookkeeping, QuickBooks implementation, and accounting service engagements

•          Prepare and review depreciation schedules

•          Assist with financial statement preparation and attest service engagements

•          Collaborate with managers and partners on client planning and special projects

What You Bring

•          Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field

•          2-4 years of public accounting experience

•          Willing to pursue CPA licensure, either already meeting the requirements to sit for the exam or working toward a clear plan to do so

•          Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and QuickBooks

•          Excellent written and verbal communication skills

•          Sharp attention to detail with strong organizational habits

•          Ability to manage multiple client engagements and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

•          Comfort taking initiative and mentoring less experienced staff

•          Flexibility to work additional hours during tax season (January–April) and as needed

Nice to Have

•          Experience with CCH Axcess or Prosystem FX Tax

•          Working knowledge of GAAP

•          Prior experience reviewing the work of junior staff

What We Offer

•          Competitive salary with performance-based incentives

•          Comprehensive benefits package

•          Genuine work-life balance in a flexible environment

•          Ongoing professional development and mentorship

•          A clear growth path toward a management role