Tax Senior

Tax Senior Accountant

Location: Houston, Texas (Hybrid - 3 Days On-Site, 2 Days Remote)

Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000 per year

Required Experience: 3+ years of public accounting tax experience

Job Summary: A highly respected mid-size CPA firm in Houston is seeking a skilled Tax Senior Accountant to join its growing tax practice. This hybrid role seamlessly blends collaborative on-site team days with the flexibility of working from home. If you want to take ownership of complex compliance files, elevate your tax review experience, and fast-track your path toward management within an established local firm, this opportunity delivers the growth you are looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for corporations, partnerships, trusts, and high-net-worth individuals.
• Perform comprehensive technical reviews of staff-prepared returns, ensuring accuracy and minimal partner review notes.
• Conduct specialized tax research regarding complex corporate, multi-state, and transactional tax matters.
• Identify and implement tax planning opportunities to legally minimize federal and state tax liabilities for client entities.
• Act as a direct point of contact for client inquiries, coordinate missing documentation requests, and assist with IRS or state tax notices.

Must-Have Qualifications

• 3 or more years of progressive tax compliance and preparation experience within public accounting.
• Hands-on experience preparing or reviewing complex corporate (Form 1120/1120S) and partnership (Form 1065) returns.
• Active CPA license or clear progression as an active CPA candidate.
• Strong organizational habits needed to manage multiple filing deadlines efficiently during peak tax seasons.
• Direct communication skills required to mentor staff and communicate effectively with corporate clients.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive base salary with structured annual performance bonuses.
• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance packages.
• Matching 401k retirement plan and comprehensive financial wellness support.
• Firm-sponsored CPA exam review courses, testing fees, and licensing bonuses.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), firm holiday blocks, and a stable hybrid framework.