Senior Tax Associate

Job Description

Senior Tax Associate - Cookeville, TN


Who: An experienced tax professional with at least three years of public accounting experience and eligibility to sit for the CPA exam.

What: Prepares complex tax returns, supports tax planning, performs diverse tax and accounting assignments, and provides high-quality client service.

When: Full-time position available immediately.

Where: Cookeville, TN

Why: To strengthen the tax team by delivering accurate, timely tax preparation and contributing to client satisfaction and long-term relationships.

Office Environment: A collaborative, professional setting focused on technical growth, teamwork, and delivering exceptional client service.

Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience.

Position Overview:
The Senior Tax Associate prepares complex individual, corporate, and partnership tax returns; supports accounting and tax projects; assists junior staff; and contributes to strong client relationships through quality work and tax research.

Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare complex individual, corporate, and partnership income tax returns.
- Analyze tax issues and provide conclusions based on technical understanding.
- Prepare quarterly and year-end estimates to support client tax planning.
- Perform diversified accounting, auditing, and tax assignments under supervision.
- Demonstrate strong technical skills, high-quality work, and adherence to firm standards.
- Meet time constraints and client deadlines consistently.
- Assist staff associates with technical questions and workflow.
- Begin developing strong client relationships through reliability and service.
- Participate in firm training to continue developing technical knowledge.
- Provide excellent client service through accuracy, responsiveness, and attention to detail.
- Conduct tax research and utilize firm reference tools effectively.

Qualifications:
- Meets all requirements to sit for the CPA exam (CPA preferred).
- Minimum of three years of public accounting experience with increasing complexity in tax preparation.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple deadlines.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize a heavy workload.
- Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively.

If you're interested in learning more about this opportunity or would like to discuss your qualifications, please apply now.