Senior Tax Associate

Seeking an experienced tax professional to provide high-level support during peak filing season. This engagement focuses on preparing and reviewing individual and business tax returns, advising clients on tax matters, and ensuring timely, accurate filings in a deadline-driven environment. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex returns, collaborate with experienced professionals, and make an immediate impact during a critical period of the tax cycle.

• Prepare and review complex individual income tax returns, including multi-schedule filings and K-1 reporting
• Complete and examine business entity returns, including corporate and partnership filings
• Analyze financial statements and trial balances to identify and reconcile book-to-tax differences
• Develop and maintain depreciation schedules and fixed asset roll-forwards
• Evaluate prior-year filings to ensure consistency and uncover potential planning opportunities
• Communicate directly with clients to request documentation, clarify discrepancies, and resolve outstanding matters
• Research tax regulations and apply current laws to address technical tax issues
• Support preparation of extensions, quarterly estimated payments, and multi-state filings
• Oversee and review work completed by junior team members, providing guidance as needed
• Assist in managing workflow to meet strict filing deadlines during peak season

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• 4–7 years of public accounting experience with a concentration in tax
• Demonstrated experience preparing and reviewing both individual and business tax returns
• Solid understanding of federal and multi-state tax requirements
• Proficiency with professional tax software (experience with leading platforms preferred)
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills
• CPA license preferred
• Experience working with high-net-worth individuals or closely held businesses is a plus

• Opportunity to work on complex and high-visibility tax engagements
• Exposure to a variety of individual and entity tax scenarios, enhancing technical expertise
• Collaborative team environment with mentorship opportunities
• Potential for assignment extension based on performance and business needs
• Competitive seasonal compensation
• Meaningful hands-on experience during peak tax season, strengthening professional credentials