Tax Accountant

Senior Tax Accountant (with Bonus) Louisville, KY | Full-Time | On-Site About the Opportunity Our client, a well-established public accounting firm in the Louisville area, is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to join its growing team. This position offers the opportunity to take a lead role in a variety of tax, accounting, and advisory engagements while working directly with clients and firm leadership. Unlike firms with a highly specialized focus, this role provides exposure across tax planning and compliance, financial statement work, client advisory services, year-end planning, estate planning, and trust-related engagements. The firm is known for providing strong professional development opportunities, meaningful client interaction, and a clear path for long-term career growth. Responsibilities Prepare and review individual, corporate, partnership, fiduciary, and other tax returns Research tax issues and provide recommendations on tax planning strategies Serve as a primary point of contact for clients on tax and accounting matters Assist with financial statement preparation and related accounting engagements Perform and review audit, review, and compilation procedures as assigned Prepare and review workpapers in accordance with professional standards Analyze financial data and ensure accuracy of client financial records Collaborate with partners and firm leadership on complex client engagements Support year-end planning, estate planning, trust services, and advisory projects Mentor and provide guidance to junior staff members as needed Draft reports, correspondence, and client deliverables Manage multiple client engagements and ensure deadlines are met Stay current on tax legislation, GAAP, and industry developments Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field 5+ years of public accounting experience, with a strong emphasis on tax preparation and planning Experience preparing and reviewing individual, corporate, partnership, and fiduciary tax returns Exposure to financial statement preparation, client accounting services, or assurance engagements preferred Strong understanding of federal and state tax regulations Ability to research complex tax issues and provide practical solutions Experience managing client relationships and multiple engagements simultaneously Proficiency with accounting and tax software Excellent communication, organizational, and client service skills CPA designation or CPA-track preferred, but not required Why Consider This Opportunity? Diverse public accounting experience beyond traditional tax compliance Significant client interaction and advisory exposure Opportunity to mentor staff and take on increasing leadership responsibilities Exposure to tax planning, estate planning, trust services, and consulting engagements Stable and collaborative team environment Annual bonus program Ideal Background: This role is a strong fit for an accountant with 5-7 years of public tax preparation experience who enjoys both tax and client-facing accounting work and is looking for broader exposure across advisory, financial reporting, planning, and consulting services. Pay Details: $80,000.00 to $110,000.00 per year Search managed by: Zach Gates Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. #J-18808-Ljbffr