Senior Tax Associate (Remote) - Wealth Management

Location: Remote - Must reside in Virginia. Hybrid work option also available. Base Salary: $80,000 to $100,000 annually, plus up to 20% bonus Travel: Less than 10% for training, meetings, or business-related events About the Role As a Senior Tax Associate , you'll deliver tax services to high-net-worth individuals, including preparing individual, trust, gift, and pass-through-entity income tax returns. You will assist with tax research and contribute to the development of customized financial plans as part of our integrated advisory approach. This is a strong opportunity for a detail-oriented professional eager to learn, grow, and contribute to a collaborative team that prioritizes quality, accuracy, and personalized service. This individual reports to the Tax and Financial Planning Manager. Work Location: This is a full-time remote position based in Richmond, VA, with a hybrid work option available. Qualified candidates must reside in Virginia and should be available for approximately 2-3 weekly office visits per year, as needed. Key Responsibilities Tax Preparation and Review Prepare and review individual, trust, gift, and passthrough-entity income tax returns, estimates, and projections Review workpapers, calculations, and return details to resolve discrepancies before submission Research and analyze complex or atypical tax issues and share recommendations with tax team and clients Respond to inquiries from IRS and other taxing authorities on behalf of clients, including assisting with tax audits Monitor tax law changes impacting high-net-worth individuals and communicate relevant updates to advisors and clients Gather, input, and analyze clients’ financial data and circumstances to develop tailored, comprehensive financial plans Maintain effective control procedures over financial-planning-related client service process and daily client activities Support planning around estate and gift tax strategies, generational wealth transfer, Roth conversions, required minimum distributions, and qualified charitable distributions Client Service and Communication Build long-term client relationships and support business development through excellent service Promptly communicate with clients regarding tax and financial planning engagements ensuring ongoing support Follow up with associates and clients to resolve corrections, discrepancies, missing information, and other inquiries Participate in client meetings and communicate work statuses and significant changes with appropriate team members Gather, analyze, and input relevant client information into CRM systems and other platforms Workflow Management Manage multiple work assignments, team members, and deadlines simultaneously Provide ongoing guidance, support, and feedback to junior associates through regular coaching and teachable moments Review work prepared by associates and provide clear, constructive feedback to ensure accuracy, quality, and professional development Perform other related duties and projects as assigned Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in relevant field Active CPA or Enrolled Agent (EA) certification At least 3 years of public accounting experience Flexibility to work extended hours during peak tax periods Preferred Qualifications Experience preparing estate and trust tax returns for high-net-worth individuals Proficiency in CCH Axcess Tax, Bloomberg Income Tax Planner, Canopy, or comparable tax platforms Proficiency in Envestnet MoneyGuideElite, Holistiplan, or comparable financial planning platforms CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER certification Compensation and Benefits The expected base salary range for this position is between $80,000 to $100,000 USD annually across all Virginia locations. This reflects the annual base salary range that GGWM reasonably expects to pay for this position based on a number of factors, which may include relevant job knowledge, skill sets, education, experience, and actual work location of the individual selected for this role. Additionally, Godsey and Gibb Wealth Management offers a comprehensive benefits package and discretionary bonus program for eligible roles, paid time off, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) profit sharing with company match, life insurance, education and professional development assistance, health and fitness program, and much more. Why Join GGWM? At Godsey and Gibb Wealth Management, you'll join a growing, relationship-driven wealth management firm with more than 40 years of experience, based in Richmond, VA and serving clients nationwide. We are a second-generation, family-led firm that values trust, teamwork, professional development, and exceptional client service. If you enjoy meaningful work, collaboration, and the opportunity to grow with a firm, GGWM offers a strong environment to build a long-term career. Learn more about us: Discover Your Employee Benefits Explore Careers Learn About Our Services Visit Our Website Firm Overview Godsey and Gibb Wealth Management is a rapidly growing SEC-Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) overseeing approximately $1.6 billion in assets under management. As a second generation, family-led firm, we are committed to building trusted relationships, delivering high-touch wealth management services, and helping our clients plan for their long-term goals. Additional Information Work Authorization: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization (e.g., H-1B). #J-18808-Ljbffr Godsey & Gibb Wealth Management