Senior Tax Accountant

Job Description

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

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

Required

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

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

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• Top 400 CPA Firm
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• Best Places to Work in New Jersey (4 consecutive years)
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• Hybrid schedule after onboarding
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• Growth-focused tax practice with strong leadership
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• CPA exam support, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education
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• Mission to Manager leadership development program
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• Summer hours and flexible scheduling outside of busy season
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• Competitive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and generous PTO
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• Long-term career advancement opportunities within a collaborative, employee-focused culture
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Busy Season: Approximately 52–56 hours per week during peak filing periods, with increased flexibility and hybrid scheduling outside of tax season.