Senior Tax Accountant

Vaco Recruiter Services; St. Peter's; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to join their finance team in Jacksonville, Florida. This role involves tax preparation, strategic planning, and compliance, with a robust relocation package available. Ideal candidates will have significant SALT experience and strong communication skills. This unique opportunity allows for immediate impact within a growing team.

Benefits

Robust relocation package

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of public SALT experience or 10 years of corporate internal SALT experience.
• Big 4 Senior Associate with regional SALT experience is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Federal and State income tax returns and quarterly tax estimates.
• Conduct detailed tax research and assist with federal and state tax audits.

Skills

Tax Preparation

Strategic Tax Planning

Risk Assessment

Research

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

MS in Taxation

CPA certification

Tools

CCH Axcess

NetSuite G/L

Excel

Job description

Vaco is excited to present an excellent opportunity for a Senior Tax Accountant in Jacksonville, Florida! This direct hire role offers a robust relocation package for candidates outside of Jacksonville or the surrounding area.

As a vital member of the finance team, the Senior Tax Accountant will combine expertise in tax preparation with strategic tax planning and risk assessment, making a significant impact on company operations in a dynamic, small-office environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Tax Preparation:

• Prepare Federal and State income tax returns, including multi-state and SALT franchise tax filings.
• Accurately calculate and file quarterly tax estimates.

Strategic Tax Planning:

Collaborate on tax planning initiatives by preparing projections, estimates, and apportionment schedules to inform strategic decisions.

Research & Compliance:

Conduct detailed tax research to address complex issues and maintain compliance with federal and state regulations.

Assist with federal and state tax audits and respond to tax notices.

Collaboration & Risk Assessment:

Engage with internal teams to collect required information and communicate potential tax risks effectively.

Automation & Innovation:

Maintain and improve the automated tax calendar, ensuring all filings are accurate and submitted on time.

Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required; MS in Taxation or CPA certification highly desirable.

Experience:

Required:

3-5 years of public SALT experience with promotion to Senior Associate completed, OR

10 years of corporate internal SALT experience.

Ideal:

Big 4 Senior Associate with regional SALT experience.

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with tax software (CCH Axcess and NetSuite G/L preferred).

Research & Communication Skills:

Ability to conduct thorough tax research using online and print resources.

Strong verbal and written communication skills for explaining complex tax concepts.

Team-Oriented:

A proactive mindset with a willingness to assist in non-tax areas and gain broad exposure across the company.

This is a unique opportunity for a Senior Tax Accountant to join a growing team, make an immediate impact, and benefit from relocation support if needed.

Ready to take the next step? Apply now to advance your career with Vaco!