Senior Accountant – Public Accounting

Position Summary

We are seeking a Senior Tax & Accounting Accountant to prepare and review complex tax returns, oversee monthly/quarterly accounting for clients, and manage client relationships in a small‑firm, hands‑on environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal and state income tax returns (1040, 1065, 1120‑S, 1120) for businesses and individuals, including multi‑state returns.
• Perform monthly and quarterly accounting for clients: record transactions, reconcile bank/credit card accounts, and maintain general ledgers.
• Prepare financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow) and ensure they are GAAP‑compliant and ready for tax and management use.
• Assist clients with clean‑up work, year‑end closing entries, and tie‑outs between books and tax returns.
• Communicate directly with clients to gather information, resolve questions, and provide proactive tax and accounting guidance.
• Research tax and accounting issues, document findings, and propose practical recommendations.
• Review staff work (both tax and accounting) and provide coaching and feedback.
• Assist with IRS/state notices, amended returns, and basic penalty/interest reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (Master’s in Tax or Accounting a plus).
• CPA license or actively pursuing CPA with near‑term completion.
• 3–6 years recent public accounting experience in both tax and client accounting / bookkeeping.
• Strong experience with 1040, 1065, 1120‑S, 1120 and practical experience with GAAP‑based financial statements.
• Proficiency with accounting and tax software (e.g., QuickBooks Online + tax prep software) and strong Excel skills.
• Solid understanding of debits/credits, adjusting entries, and month‑end close.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Pay: From $85,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person