Sr Tax Accountant
$70k - $90kFull-time
Job Title: Senior Tax Accountant (hybrid, Newark, NJ)
Job ID : 1060012
Date Posted: Oct. 22, 2026
Employment Type: Full-time Hiring Company (Organization): Confidential
Location: Newark, NJ (hybrid)
Applicants must be located in the United States.
Base Salary: $70,000 - $90,000 per year (USD)
Commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Job Description: Sr Tax Accountant
Job Overview Our client is building more than just a traditional CPA practice. They help growth-minded businesses make smarter decisions, seize opportunities, and build stronger organizations.
Seeking a public accounting professional who is eager to grow their technical skills and develop into a strategic business advisor.
Opportunity Highlights
Job ID : 1060012
Date Posted: Oct. 22, 2026
Employment Type: Full-time Hiring Company (Organization): Confidential
Location: Newark, NJ (hybrid)
Applicants must be located in the United States.
Base Salary: $70,000 - $90,000 per year (USD)
Commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Job Description: Sr Tax Accountant
Job Overview Our client is building more than just a traditional CPA practice. They help growth-minded businesses make smarter decisions, seize opportunities, and build stronger organizations.
Seeking a public accounting professional who is eager to grow their technical skills and develop into a strategic business advisor.
Opportunity Highlights
- Tax Compliance: Prepare and review individual, partnership, S-corporation, and corporate tax returns.
- Financial Reporting: Prepare accurate financial statements and supporting work papers.
- Client Advisory: Assist business clients with accounting, financial reporting, and operational questions.
- Strategic Planning: Participate actively in tax planning and advisory engagements.
- Data Analysis: Analyze financial data to identify operational opportunities for improvement.
- Collaboration: Partner with managers and firm leaders on complex client projects and special engagements.
- Technology Integration: Assist in implementing modern technology solutions and process improvements.
- Relationship Management: Develop strong relationships with clients to become a trusted, reliable resource.
- Professional Development: Stay current on changing tax laws, accounting standards, and emerging technologies.
- Education: BA in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Experience: 3 to 7 years of public accounting experience is preferred.
- Technical Skills: Strong tax preparation, accounting, and financial statement compilation skills.
- Software Proficiency: Hands-on experience with modern tax and accounting software platforms.
- Credentials: CPA license or active CPA candidate status preferred.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Core Aptitude: Strong analytical abilities, problem-solving skills, and a desire to grow into leadership roles.
- Personal Accountability: Curious, adaptable, growth-minded, and committed to continuous learning.
- Client Commitment: Professional, organized, reliable, highly responsive, and a natural problem solver.
- Firm Collaboration: Coachable, team-first mentality, dedicated, and committed to excellence.
- Innovation Focus: Technology-forward, open to change, and enthusiastic about automation and efficiency.
- Competitive salary of $70,000 – $90,000 and comprehensive benefits package.
- Hybrid work schedule flexibility (Newark, NJ)
- Direct access and mentorship from firm partners and diverse business owners.
- Broad exposure across tax, accounting, advisory, and consulting engagements.
- Continuous learning initiatives and clear paths for career advancement.
- A collaborative, supportive, and inclusive team culture.
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