Senior Tax Accountant

Job Summary:  We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Accountant in Tax to join our dynamic tax team. The Tax Senior will be responsible for managing and coordinating tax compliance and advisory services for our clients. This role involves significant interaction with clients and the ability to manage multiple engagements simultaneously. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills, effective communication abilities, and a commitment to delivering exceptional client service.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA certification required.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in tax accounting.

• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations.

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret complex tax regulations and apply them accurately.  

• Solid understanding of financial statement preparation and accounting.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients and team members at all levels.

• Proven leadership abilities, with experience in mentoring and supervising staff members.

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, meeting tight deadlines while maintaining a high level of quality and accuracy.

• Proficiency in tax preparation software and Microsoft Excel; specifically with CCH is a plus.

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Strong attention to detail.

Essential Functions:

Tax Return Preparation and Compliance:  Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts. Ensure compliance with all applicable tax laws and regulations.

Tax Planning and Analysis: Conduct tax research and provide technical support to the team on complex tax issues. Identify tax-saving opportunities and strategies for clients.

Compliance Oversight: Stay abreast of changes in tax laws and regulations pertaining to taxation, and ensure that tax compliance processes are updated accordingly.

Client Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients regarding tax matters, addressing inquiries, providing guidance, and fostering strong client relationships.

Team Leadership: Mentor and supervise staff members involved in tax return preparation, providing training, guidance, and support as needed.

Quality Assurance: Conduct thorough reviews of tax returns prepared by team members to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal policies and external regulations.  Review of prepared financial statements for accuracy and completeness.

Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential risks related to tax compliance, implementing effective controls and procedures to safeguard against errors or omissions.

Special Projects: Assist in the preparation of tax provisions and financial statement disclosures for clients.  Participate in IRS and state tax audits, providing support and representation as needed.