Senior Tax Accountant

Senior Tax Accountant

AlphaHire is representing a growing regional accounting firm seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to join their high-performing team. This is an ideal opportunity for a motivated tax professional who enjoys a mix of technical tax work, client advisory, and mentorship within a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

You'll be responsible for preparing and reviewing complex tax returns, researching tax strategies, and advising clients across a range of industries. The role offers the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility and develop into a leadership position within the firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts
• Conduct tax research and provide strategic tax planning and consulting services to clients
• Maintain regular client communication to ensure deadlines, compliance, and expectations are met
• Review financial records, analyze trends, and identify tax-saving opportunities
• Stay up to date on evolving federal and state tax laws and communicate relevant updates to clients and team
• Collaborate with junior staff on tax preparation, offering guidance, training, and quality review
• Support internal process improvement and contribute to a collaborative team environment

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA license (or actively pursuing CPA) strongly preferred
• Minimum of 3–5 years of recent public accounting tax experience
• Proficient in tax software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines during peak seasons

Preferred Traits:

• Client-facing experience with strong relationship management skills
• Desire for long-term growth within a public accounting firm
• Interest in mentoring junior staff and shaping tax workflow improvements

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Growth opportunities and clear path to leadership
• A collaborative and respectful firm culture
• Exposure to diverse client industries and complex tax scenarios