SENIOR TAX ACCOUNTANT (CPA) – FUTURE PARTNER TRACK

Role Summary:
Our client, a well-established and growing public accounting firm, is actively seeking a Senior Tax Accountant (CPA) who is ready to take the next big step in their career. This role is ideal for a motivated and experienced accounting professional with a strong foundation in tax who is looking for long-term growth and partnership opportunity within a supportive and collaborative environment.
This is more than just a job, it’s a clear path to firm leadership. The ideal candidate is someone who is confident managing their own clients, handling engagements from start to finish, and passionate about delivering high-quality tax services. If you’re looking for a firm that values work-life balance, recognizes talent, and invests in your future, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage tax engagements from initial planning through completion for a diverse portfolio of clients
• Prepare and review complex individual, corporate, partnership, and trust tax returns
• Provide proactive tax planning and advisory services
• Build and maintain strong client relationships with a focus on personalized service and long-term growth
• Collaborate with team members to improve internal processes and contribute to firm-wide initiatives
• Support junior staff and review work as needed
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal and state tax laws and regulations
• Assist with business development by identifying opportunities for new or expanded client services
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Active CPA license (required for consideration and necessary for future partnership)
• Extensive experience in public accounting with a strong emphasis in tax (individual and business)
• Ability to manage client engagements independently from start to finish
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Willingness to be in the office regularly, especially during the initial trust-building period
• Commitment to high standards of integrity and client service

Desired Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in a tax-focused role within a public accounting firm
• Prior experience managing a book of business or client portfolio
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Interest in growing into a partner-level role within the next 5–10 years (potentially sooner for the right candidate)

About the Company:
Respected CPA firm known for delivering high-quality tax and accounting services to a loyal and growing client base. With decades of experience and a commitment to personal relationships, the firm combines technical expertise with a supportive and team-oriented culture.

• Manage tax engagements from initial planning through completion for a diverse portfolio of clients
• Prepare and review complex individual, corporate, partnership, and trust tax returns
• Provide proactive tax planning and advisory services
• Build and maintain strong client relationships with a focus on personalized service and long-term growth
• Collaborate with team members to improve internal processes and contribute to firm-wide initiatives
• Support junior staff and review work as needed
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal and state tax laws and regulations
• Assist with business development by identifying opportunities for new or expanded client services
• Other duties as assigned