Senior Associate/Tax Manager

Westaff; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with Safe Harbor Match

Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance

Job summary

Westaff in Helena, MT is seeking a Senior Associate/Tax Manager to join a local firm for permanent, full-time work with a Monday–Friday schedule. The role offers a $95,000 annual salary, negotiable for the right candidate.

You will prepare and review federal, state, and multistate tax returns, mentor staff, and provide planning guidance to clients year-round. Montana CPA or EA and 3+ years of tax experience are required.

Qualifications

• Active Montana CPA license or Enrolled Agent (EA) designation required.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required.
• 3+ years of complex tax experience required.
• Strong federal and multistate taxation knowledge.
• Excellent communication, organization, and client-service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review individual, corporate, partnership, and trust tax returns.
• Manage multistate tax compliance engagements.
• Research complex tax issues and provide practical client-focused solutions.
• Partner with clients on tax planning opportunities throughout the year.
• Respond to tax notices and assist with audit support.
• Mentor developing tax professionals and contribute to team success.
• Build trusted relationships through proactive communication and service.

Skills

Taxation knowledge

Communication

Mentoring

Project management

Education

Montana CPA license or EA

Job description

Ready to leave the corporate grind behind and join a team where your work truly matters? Westaff is searching for aSenior Associate/Tax Managerfor a local business inHelena, Montana!

Term:Permanent

Schedule:Full-time

Shift:Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm

Pay:$95,000 annual salary,negotiable for the right candidate!

What You Will Do:

Prepare and review individual, corporate, partnership, and trust tax returns

Managemultistatetax compliance engagements

Research complex tax issues and provide practical client-focused solutions

Partner with clients on tax planning opportunities throughout the year

Respond to tax notices and assist with audit support

Mentor developing tax professionals and contribute to team success

Build trusted relationships through proactive communication and service

What You Will Bring:

Active Montana CPA license or Enrolled Agent (EA) designation required

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required

3+ years of complex tax experience required

Strong federal andmultistatetaxation knowledge

Excellent communication, organization, and client-service skills

Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

*Successful applicant(s) will be subject toa background check.

What You Will Gain:

100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with Safe Harbor Match

Employer-paid Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance

Generous Flexible Time Off and paid holidays that supports work-life balance

Continuing education and professional licensing support

Smaller firm with direct client relationships

Collaborative team environment

Year-round tax planning focus, not just seasonal compliance

Military and Veterans encouragedto apply!

Ready to step up in your career AND prioritize your work-life balance? Apply today for immediate consideration!