Senior Tax Accountant

Senior Tax Accountant

Location: Flemington, NJ (Preferred) | Woodstown, NJ Considered

Schedule: Hybrid (3 Days In Office / 2 Days Remote After Onboarding)

Salary: $80,000 – $95,000

Join a Growing, Award-Winning CPA Firm

Our client is a Top 400 CPA Firm and a four-time Best Places to Work in New Jersey recipient that is expanding its Tax Practice due to continued growth. They are seeking a Senior Tax Accountant who is passionate about delivering exceptional client service, developing technically, and building a long-term career within a collaborative public accounting firm.

This role offers a hybrid work environment after onboarding, strong mentorship, leadership development, CPA support, tuition reimbursement, summer hours, and clear opportunities for advancement.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, trusts, and estates.
• Ensure client compliance while identifying tax planning opportunities to minimize current and future tax liabilities.
• Conduct tax research and prepare technical memorandums and client correspondence.
• Assist with ASC 740 (FAS 109/FIN 48) tax provisions and tax accrual engagements.
• Work closely with Tax Managers, Directors, and Partners on complex tax engagements.
• Develop strong client relationships through proactive communication and exceptional service.
• Mentor and support junior staff while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Utilize tax preparation, research, and workflow software to maximize engagement efficiency.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• 3+ years of public accounting tax experience
• Experience preparing individual and business tax returns
• Strong technical, analytical, and communication skills

Preferred

• CPA or actively pursuing CPA certification
• Master's degree in Accounting or Taxation
• Experience with UltraTax, GoFileRoom, GoSystem RS, or similar tax software

Why Join?

• Top 400 CPA Firm
• Best Places to Work in New Jersey (4 consecutive years)
• Hybrid schedule after onboarding
• Growth-focused tax practice with strong leadership
• CPA exam support, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education
• Mission to Manager leadership development program
• Summer hours and flexible scheduling outside of busy season
• Competitive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and generous PTO
• Long-term career advancement opportunities within a collaborative, employee-focused culture

Busy Season: Approximately 52–56 hours per week during peak filing periods, with increased flexibility and hybrid scheduling outside of tax season.