Tax Accountant/Tax Senior Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

OPEN POSITION Tax Accountant / Tax Senior Accountant (Public Accounting)

Salary: $80,000 - $120,000 (Depending on Experience)
Location: Newark, NJ
Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Hybrid Flexibility

Join a Respected Boutique CPA Firm with a Clear Path to Leadership

We're partnering with an established and highly respected boutique CPA firm that has built a strong reputation for delivering exceptional tax, accounting, and advisory services to a diverse client base throughout the region.

This is an opportunity to join a firm where you'll be more than just a preparer. You'll work directly with experienced tax professionals, business owners, high-net-worth individuals, trusts, and closely held companies while gaining exposure to complex tax matters and strategic planning opportunities.

The firm offers a collaborative environment where your ideas are valued, your development is prioritized, and your career growth is actively supported.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Competitive compensation: $80,000-$120,000

Flexible hybrid work environment

Direct exposure to Partners and decision-makers

Diverse client base and challenging tax engagements

Opportunity to participate in tax planning and advisory work

Strong mentorship and professional development

Excellent work-life balance compared to larger firms

Clear advancement opportunities into leadership roles

Long-term Manager, Director, and Partner-track potential

What You'll Be Doing

• Prepare and review a variety of federal and state tax returns
• Work with:
  • Individual Returns (1040)
  • Trust & Estate Returns (1041)
  • Partnership Returns (1065)
  • Corporate Returns (1120 & 1120S)
• Research tax issues and develop solutions for clients
• Assist with tax planning projects and proactive tax-saving strategies
• Collaborate with Partners and senior leadership on complex engagements
• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Stay current on evolving tax laws and regulations

What We're Looking For

• 3-4+ years of recent public accounting experience within a CPA firm
• Strong experience preparing and/or reviewing:
  • 1040s
  • 1041s
  • 1065s
  • 1120s
  • 1120S returns
• Solid understanding of federal and state tax compliance
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and client engagements
• Strong communication and client-facing skills
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational abilities
• CPA or Enrolled Agent (EA) strongly preferred
• CPA candidates actively pursuing licensure are encouraged to apply

Career Growth Opportunity

This firm is looking for someone who wants more than just another tax season.

Leadership is committed to investing in its people and developing future leaders within the organization. High-performing professionals will have the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility, develop client advisory relationships, mentor junior staff, and advance through the firm.

This role offers a clear path to:

• Tax Senior
• Tax Manager
• Tax Director
• Partner Track

If you're ambitious, client-focused, and looking for a long-term home where your contributions are recognized and rewarded, this firm provides the platform to build a successful and rewarding career.

Bottom Line

If you have 3-4+ years of public accounting tax experience , a strong background preparing and reviewing business and individual tax returns, and you're looking for a firm that offers challenging work, excellent leadership, career advancement, and a genuine path to Tax Manager, Tax Director, and ultimately Partner, we'd love to speak with you.