Senior Tax Accountant

Whitcomb & Hess CPAs & Financial Advisors; Ashland (OH); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Job summary

Whitcomb & Hess CPAs & Financial Advisors in Ashland, Ohio, seeks a Senior Tax Accountant with 5+ years of public accounting tax experience to join its growing team. You will work directly with business owners and individuals, taking ownership of client relationships and providing proactive tax guidance beyond tax season.

You will prepare and review various tax returns, deliver planning support, and contribute to client service excellence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of public accounting experience with a strong focus on tax.
• Experience preparing individual, partnership, and corporate tax returns.
• Strong knowledge of tax compliance and tax planning principles.
• Experience preparing and reviewing financial statements.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines during busy season.
• Proficiency with tax software, accounting systems, spreadsheets, and electronic workpapers.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review individual, partnership, corporate, and pass-through entity tax returns.
• Provide tax planning and advisory support to business owners and individual clients.
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships throughout the year.
• Prepare and review financial statements.
• Provide bookkeeping and accounting support for client engagements.
• Research tax matters and identify opportunities for planning and improvement.
• Communicate complex tax concepts in a practical, client-friendly manner.
• Partner with clients to help achieve their personal and business financial goals.
• Collaborate with firm leadership and colleagues to deliver high-quality client service.
• Contribute to process improvements and the continued growth of the firm's tax practice.

Skills

Public accounting

Tax

Individual tax

Partnership tax

Corporate tax

Financial statements

Communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Tax software

Job description

Compensation: Starting at $75,000+ base salary, depending on experience

Whitcomb & Hess CPAs & Financial Advisors is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to join its growing team in Ashland, Ohio.

For more than 40 years, Whitcomb & Hess has helped business owners, families, and individuals navigate complex financial decisions through accounting, tax, wealth management, and advisory services. This opportunity is ideal for a tax professional who enjoys building relationships, solving client challenges, and serving as a trusted advisor beyond tax season.

In this role, you'll work directly with business owners and individuals while supporting a variety of tax, accounting, and advisory initiatives. You'll have the opportunity to take ownership of client relationships, provide proactive guidance, and contribute to a firm that values long-term growth, collaboration, and exceptional client service.

What You'll Be Doing

• Prepare and review individual, partnership, corporate, and pass-through entity tax returns
• Provide tax planning and advisory support to business owners and individual clients
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships throughout the year
• Prepare and review financial statements
• Provide bookkeeping and accounting support for client engagements
• Research tax matters and identify opportunities for planning and improvementCommunicate complex tax concepts in a practical, client-friendly manner
• Partner with clients to help achieve their personal and business financial goals
• Collaborate with firm leadership and colleagues to deliver high-quality client service
• Contribute to process improvements and the continued growth of the firm's tax practice

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of public accounting experience with a strong focus on tax
• Experience preparing individual, partnership, and corporate tax returns
• Strong knowledge of tax compliance and tax planning principles
• Experience preparing and reviewing financial statements
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines during busy season
• Proficiency with tax software, accounting systems, spreadsheets, and electronic workpapers
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Nice to Have, But Not Required

• Active CPA license
• CPA candidate actively pursuing licensure
• Enrolled Agent (EA) designation
• Experience reviewing work prepared by junior staff
• Prior client advisory or consulting experience
• Advanced tax coursework or specialized tax training

Who This Role Is Great For

• Public accountants looking to take the next step in their careers
• Tax professionals who enjoy both technical tax work and client interaction
• CPAs or CPA candidates seeking long-term growth within a respected firm
• Professionals interested in developing deeper advisory relationships with business owners
• Individuals who want to move beyond compliance-focused work and become trusted client advisors

Why Join Whitcomb & Hess?

• Established firm with more than 40 years of success and community presence
• Opportunity to work directly with business owners and decision-makers
• Hybrid flexibility based on experience and demonstrated independence
• Exposure to tax, accounting, and advisory services throughout the year
• Collaborative and team-oriented culture
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• CPA support and continuing education opportunities
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Opportunity to build meaningful, long-term client relationships

Additional Job Application Terms

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We’re committed to making our hiring process as smooth and timely as possible, and we understand that waiting to hear back can add to the anticipation. If you’re a potential fit, our team will reach out within two weeks to progress you to the next stage. If you don’t hear from us in that time, we encourage you to explore other opportunities with our team in the future, and we wish you the very best in your job search.