Senior Tax Accountant

Our client is a Certified Public Accountant and was founded almost 25 years ago, but has roots, which can be traced over 80 years. Since its inception, they have expanded through mergers and internal growth. Their expertise ranges from accounting and auditing to tax estate planning, and more.

Due to growth, they are currently looking for a full-time Senior Tax Accountant responsible for performing tax and accounting work as assigned.

This position requires you to be in the office 5 days a week. (Located right on the Nassau/Suffolk Border in Long Island)

Normal business hours Mondays through Fridays with the ability to work extended hours and Saturdays during tax seasons and statutory deadline periods.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage multiple engagements to meet client deliverables

Work collaboratively with all levels of staff on client engagements

Review complex and multi-state corporate, partnership, fiduciary and individual income tax returns

Tax preparation responsibility for the more complex tax returns, as needed

1040's, 1041's, 1120's, 1065's

Understanding of Estate and Trusts

Financial planning for high-net-worth individuals (estates, gifting, & IRA)

Manage resolving tax notices and examinations with government agencies

Perform tax research and training on various related topics

Year-end tax projections/strategies for quarterly estimates & tax planning

Oversee and manage workflow and client relationships

Supervise staff accountants on multiple engagements simultaneously, and evaluate their progress

Train and mentor staff accountants

Provide educational client-focused communications and webinars, as needed

Possess strong technical taxation skills and the ability to form strong client relationships

MAIN REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:

3 to 5+ years of public accounting experience leading multiple engagements

CPA preferred/required with diversified tax background

Working knowledge of CCH Axcess Tax, Engagement and QuickBooks

Team player with leadership and staff development skills

Effective communicator with problem solving and analytical abilities

Strong organizational and time management skills