Tax Accountant

Senior Tax Accountant $90000 - $115000 per year | Cheshire, CT | On‑Site | Permanent Urgent Hiring Need- Long term growth A bit about us: We are a local accounting firm who is looking to bring on an experienced CPA. The Senior Tax Accountant is a full‑time position at our dynamic, fast‑growing, yet intimate local CPA firm with potential to advance and possible ownership opportunities. If a candidate is looking to play a major role in their next career move, this is it. Why join us? Eligible for Profit Sharing Bonus Plan Simple Retirement Plan eligible after 3 months of employment (includes 3% company match) Pay for networking memberships with approval Pay for 40 CPE hours towards seminars/webinars with approval Health insurance, dental and vision coverage eligible after 3 months of employment (Employee responsible for 50% of health insurance cost; 100% of additional family members; 100% dental and vision plan paid by the firm) CTCPA society dues paid for by firm Job Details Responsibilities Tax return preparation and tax planning analysis and projections Overall management of client accounts, including handling routine client questions and working with clients to obtain necessary information for financial and tax return completion Communicate improvement and business growth opportunity ideas regarding clients to management Research IRS and various state notices on an independent basis and represent before the IRS and CT Department of Revenue Prepare accurate tax work papers Conduct tax research for all situations Assist other staff with software & support in tax and accounting areas Analysis of income statements and balance sheets and communicate findings to management, including journal entries for monthly, quarterly, and year‑end clients, bank and general ledger reconciliations, fixed asset maintenance Supervise annual closing process for clients, including assisting personnel with maintaining accurate information by verifying, allocating, posting, reconciling transactions, and resolving any discrepancies found Prepare and record asset, liability, revenue and expense entries by compiling and analyzing account information Help build organization finance and accounting infrastructure and internal controls Responsible for specific client internal control audits Job Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, MBA preferred Minimum 3–8 years of previous tax work‑related experience CPA earned or in progress Strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office products and QuickBooks Drake software experience is a plus Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines and budgets Perform complex financial analysis Soft Skills For Senior Staff Accountant Roll Integrity, intellectual strength, and agility Passionate learner who welcomes opportunities to be stretched Bring an entrepreneurial point of view to the Senior Tax Accountant role Energetic professional seeking greater responsibilities and more autonomy with clients Passion and curiosity to look through the financials into the business, identify potential opportunities for client gain, and engage and thrive in building relationships internally and externally Equal Employment Opportunity Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. #J-18808-Ljbffr