Public Tax Senior

Confidential Employer; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Public Tax Senior to review federal and multi-state tax returns, support engagements, and mentor staff within a fast-paced, growth-oriented practice.

The ideal candidate has a CPA or progress toward licensure, 3+ years in public accounting, and strong leadership and communication skills to collaborate with managers and clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• CPA certification or progress toward licensure preferred.
• 3+ years of public accounting experience.
• Strong review experience and client service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Review federal and multi-state tax returns.
• Research fundamental tax issues using online tools.
• Perform general accounting duties on engagements.
• Train and mentor Staff Accountants.
• Communicate with managers, partners, and clients.

Skills

Review experience

Public accounting

Mentoring staff

Communication skills

Project management

CPA certification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s preferred

Tools

ProSystem fx

CCH

RIA

Engagement

Job description

Public Tax Senior

Who: A detail-oriented tax professional with strong review experience and a passion for exceptional client service.

What: Review multi-state and federal tax returns, support engagements, mentor staff, and collaborate with managers and clients.

When: Hiring immediately to support the growing Richmond tax practice.

Where: Jacksonville, FL

Why: To contribute to an expanding practice while advancing your career in a dynamic, high-growth environment.

Office Environment: Fast-paced, collaborative, integrity-driven, and focused on continuous professional development.

Salary: Competitive compensation with comprehensive benefits and performance-based rewards.

Position Overview: The Tax Senior will serve a diverse client base across multiple industries, support the growth of the Richmond tax practice, and benefit from long‑term advancement opportunities within a talented firm culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review federal and multi-state tax returns.
• Research fundamental tax issues using online tools.
• Perform general accounting duties as needed on engagements.
• Train and mentor Staff Accountants.
• Communicate professionally with managers, partners, and clients.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; Master’s preferred.
• CPA certification or active progress toward licensure.
• 3+ years of public accounting experience.
• Strong review experience.
• Proficiency with spreadsheet tools; experience with ProSystem fx, CCH, RIA, or Engagement is a plus.
• Strong project management, leadership, and communication skills with a sense of urgency.