Business Tax Advisor

Empirical Financial Services, LLC; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance paid for by the company

Vision insurance paid for by the company

Dental insurance paid for by the company

Disability insurance paid for by the company

401(k) Plan + match

Job summary

Empirical Financial Services, LLC is seeking a Business Tax Advisor in Bellevue, Washington. This role involves delivering proactive tax services for closely held businesses, combining technical expertise with practical advice.

The ideal candidate has at least 7 years of public accounting experience, strong entity taxation skills, and is a CPA or JD. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $150,000 to $200,000, with 100% company-paid medical, vision, dental, and disability insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of public accounting experience with an extensive background in entity taxation.
• Ability to manage multiple client engagements and projects.
• Strong research and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and sign off on federal and state tax returns for corporations and partnerships.
• Advise on entity selection, restructuring, and tax-efficient operating strategies.
• Collaborate with financial advisors to integrate business tax strategies into client planning.

Skills

Public accounting experience

Entity taxation expertise

Written and verbal communication

Research and analytical skills

Education

CPA or JD

Master’s in taxation

Job description

Business Tax Advisor

We are seeking a Business Tax Advisor to deliver proactive, planning-driven tax services for our clients’ closely held businesses. This role is ideal for a tax professional who enjoys combining technical expertise with practical advice in a collaborative wealth management environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and sign off on federal and state tax returns for corporations and partnerships
• Manage the full compliance process, including estimates, extensions, and K-1 coordination
• Advise on entity selection, restructuring, and tax‑efficient operating strategies
• Develop compensation and distribution planning strategies for business owners
• Analyze and recommend retirement plan options in coordination with broader planning objectives
• Support exit and succession planning, including business sales, ownership transitions, and generational transfers
• Collaborate with financial advisors and other internal specialists to integrate business tax strategies into comprehensive client planning

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of public accounting experience with an extensive background in entity taxation
• CPA or JD required; Master’s in taxation preferred
• Ability to manage multiple client engagement and projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Willingness and desire to be part of a team

Compensation

• Salary range: $150,000 – $200,000
• Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, and Disability Insurance for employees are 100% paid for by the company
• 401(k) Plan + match