Senior Tax Accountant (BFJW Accountants - Little Rock, AR)

Our Story

Archer Lewis is a national accounting and advisory firm established in 2024 from local practice mergers, leveraging over 70 years of legacy. With 40+ offices and over 600+ professionals, we serve 65,000+ clients. Our approach blends small-firm relationships with national capabilities in bookkeeping, tax, advisory, and growth planning.

We adapt to client preferences for in-person or online interactions, ensuring they connect with professionals who understand their specific needs.

Your Future Team

At BFJW Advisors, our Little Rock based team has been helping businesses, nonprofits, and individuals navigate their accounting, tax, and advisory needs for more than two decades. Since 2003, we have built our reputation on responsive service, technical expertise, and a proactive approach that helps clients make informed financial decisions and achieve their long term goals.

We are committed to delivering practical, high quality solutions while building trusted relationships with the clients and communities we serve.

Today, as part of Archer Lewis, we are one team with expanded resources, specialized expertise, and a broader national network. Founded in 2024, Archer Lewis brings together established local firms across the country, allowing us to enhance the services we provide while maintaining the personalized approach and accessibility our clients value.

Together, we combine the strength of a national platform with the responsiveness and relationships that have defined BFJW Advisors for more than 20 years

What You'll Do

The Senior Tax Accountant is responsible for leading complex accounting and tax engagements while ensuring the accuracy, quality, and timeliness of client deliverables. This role serves as a technical resource for the team, supports client relationships, and provides mentorship to junior professionals.

The Senior Accountant plays an important role in maintaining firm standards, improving operational processes, and contributing to the overall success of the accounting practice.

• Oversee complex accounting activities, including general ledger management, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes and ensure timely completion of accounting deliverables.
• Review financial statements, supporting schedules, and account reconciliations for accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare and review complex individual, partnership, corporate, and other business tax returns.
• Conduct technical accounting and tax research and apply findings to client-specific situations.
• Support tax planning, advisory projects, and compliance initiatives for clients.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact for assigned clients.
• Communicate complex accounting and tax matters clearly and professionally to clients and stakeholders.
• Identify client risks, opportunities, and recommendations that support financial and business objectives.
• Review work prepared by Accountants and Staff Accountants to ensure quality and adherence to firm standards.
• Provide technical guidance, coaching, mentorship, and training to team members.
• Assist with onboarding and development of new employees.
• Ensure compliance with firm policies, professional standards, and engagement deadlines.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting and tax workflows, documentation, and operational efficiencies.
• Support firm leadership with special projects, process improvements, and strategic initiatives.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• CPA license preferred. EA required
• Minimum of 5 years of combined accounting and tax experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, tax compliance, and tax planning.
• Experience preparing and reviewing complex tax returns and financial statements.
• Advanced proficiency with accounting software, tax software, and related technology platforms.
• Strong technical accounting and tax research capabilities.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and client engagements.
• Proven leadership, mentoring, and coaching skills.
• Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams and client engagements. multiple priorities, engagement teams, and client deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (Coverage begins on the first of the month following your start date.)
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) Matching Program
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
• Pet Insurance
• Unlimited Flexible Time Off
• 7 Company‑Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Eligible for an annual performance-based bonus of up to 10% of base salary, based on individual and company performance. #LI-Hybrid

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Archer Lewis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Work Authorization Requirement

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