Tax Senior

We are a growing Scottsdale CPA firm where you'll own complex returns, mentor staff, and step into leadership as the firm expands - not someday, but on a defined track.What you'll doPrepare and perform initial reviews of complex federal and state returns for individuals, C-corps, S-corps, partnerships, and trustsManage an active portfolio of privately-held businesses and high-net-worth individual clients as their primary day-to-day contactLead tax research and help implement proactive planning strategies that deliver measurable results for clientsCoach and support staff accountants, raising the quality and consistency of overall team outputOwn your engagements end-to-end - managing deadlines, workflow, and client deliverables through peak seasonIdentify tax savings opportunities and risk areas, and communicate findings clearly to managersWhat you needActive CPA license, Enrolled Agent (EA) designation, or active CPA Candidate status (required - no exceptions)3+ years of public accounting tax experience with demonstrated growth in responsibilityHands-on experience preparing multi-entity and multi-state returnsStrong working knowledge of federal, state, and local tax lawAbility to work full-time on-site in Scottsdale, AZNice to haveExperience with high-net-worth individual and trust taxationFamiliarity with UltraTax, Lacerte, or similar professional tax softwareAdvanced Excel skillsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related fieldPrior experience mentoring or onboarding junior staffPay & benefitsSalary: $85,000 to $105,000 / year depending on experiencePerformance-based annual bonus potentialComprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with firm matchPaid time off and paid holidaysClear advancement path toward Tax Manager and firm leadershipLocation & scheduleOn-site, full-time - Scottsdale, AZStandard business hours; extended hours expected during peak season (January - April).About & how to applyWe are a midsize CPA firm serving privately-held businesses and high-net-worth individuals with tax, accounting, and advisory services. Our culture is collaborative and built for long-term careers.Apply through this posting with your resume. Candidates holding an active CPA, EA, or demonstrating steady CPA exam progress will be prioritized for first-round interviews.