Senior Accountant

LWS isn’t your typical accounting firm, and we’re proud of that! We’re a young, energetic team that believes work should be both challenging and fun. Our culture is built on collaboration, professional growth, and the idea that investing in our people means providing the best possible service to our clients.

Outside of tax season (and major extension deadlines), we enjoy Fridays off to recharge, focus on personal development, or just enjoy life. We believe that balance makes us sharper, happier, and better at what we do.

If you’re someone who loves learning, thrives in a supportive environment, and wants to be part of a team that challenges the norms of what an accounting firm can be, we’d love to meet you.

Position Overview

LWS Tax & Accounting is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Accountant to join our team. This position offers the opportunity to work directly with business owners and individual clients on a variety of tax compliance, planning, and accounting engagements.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in public accounting, sound technical tax knowledge, and the ability to prepare and review complex returns. We are looking for someone who takes initiative, enjoys solving problems, builds lasting client relationships, and can serve as a knowledgeable resource for both clients and fellow team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review complex federal, state, and local income tax returns for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, and C corporations.
• Apply advanced tax accounting knowledge to client compliance, consulting, and tax planning engagements.
• Prepare tax projections, quarterly estimated tax calculations, and other planning analyses to help clients make informed financial decisions.
• Conduct tax research, evaluate applicable regulations, and communicate findings through clear, practical written recommendations.
• Identify potential tax planning opportunities, compliance concerns, and issues requiring additional client information or technical analysis.
• Finalize tax returns prepared by staff, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable tax laws.
• Respond to federal, state and local tax notices, assist with resolving tax issues, and communicate with taxing authorities as needed.
• Maintain productive client relationships through timely communication, dependable service, and a thorough understanding of client needs.
• Manage workload and deadlines while maintaining high-quality work.
• Identify opportunities to improve firm processes, strengthen internal procedures,and make tax preparation and client service more efficient.
• Provide guidance, technical support, and constructive feedback to staff; contribute to training and professional development.
• Collaborate with colleagues on accounting, tax, and client service matters as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant tax or public accounting experience.
• Recent experience in a public accounting environment.
• Demonstrated experience preparing business and individual income tax returns, including S corporations, partnerships, and corporations.
• Strong understanding of federal, state and local tax laws, tax planning concepts, accounting and financial statements.
• Experience reviewing tax returns and identifying technical issues, errors, and planning opportunities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex tax matters in understandable terms.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical ability, organization, and time management.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy and quality.
• Proficiency with professional tax preparation software and accounting applications.
• A client-focused, collaborative approach and willingness to take ownership of assigned work.

Pay: $78,200.00 - $94,200.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person