Senior Tax Accountant

Accurant, LLC; Austin (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Accurant, LLC in Austin, MN is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to prepare and review complex individual and business tax returns, ensuring compliance with federal, state and local laws. You will analyze financial statements, identify planning opportunities, and advise clients while building strong relationships across locations.

The ideal candidate holds a CPA (or progress toward licensure), has a Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance, and public accounting experience in a senior or lead role.

Qualifications

• CPA license preferred or progress toward licensure
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Public accounting experience in a senior or lead role
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities
• Proficient in tax software and office productivity tools
• Effective written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Prepare complex individual and business tax returns.
• Review tax work prepared by other team members.
• Analyze financial statements to support reporting and advisory work.
• Identify tax planning opportunities for clients.
• Collaborate with colleagues across locations and support year-end accounting processes.
• Maintain strong client relationships with timely communication and proactive guidance.

Job description

Company Description Accurant, LLC is a progressive, expanding full-service accounting and tax firm with multiple locations across the Midwest. The firm is committed to delivering strong outcomes and serving as a trusted partner in clients’ long-term success. Accurant, LLC operates offices in Apple Valley, Austin, and Grand Rapids, Minnesota, as well as Sturgis, South Dakota. Team members benefit from a professional environment that values growth, collaboration, and high-quality client service.

Role Description The Senior Tax Accountant is a full-time role based in Austin, MN. This role is responsible for managing complex individual and business tax returns, ensuring accurate tax preparation and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Day-to-day responsibilities include preparing tax returns for business and individual clients, reviewing tax work prepared by other team members, analyzing financial statements, identifying tax planning opportunities, and advising clients on tax-related matters. The Senior Tax Accountant will collaborate with colleagues across locations, support year-end accounting processes, and contribute to process improvements and best practices. The role also involves maintaining strong client relationships through clear communication, timely responses, and proactive guidance.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong skills in Tax Preparation and Tax Compliance, with experience managing complex returns.
• Candidates should possess solid knowledge of Tax and related regulatory frameworks, including federal, state, and local tax laws.
• Candidates should possess skills in Accounting and Financial Statements analysis to support accurate reporting and advisory work.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or progress toward licensure is highly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; advanced tax coursework or a master’s degree is a plus.
• Experience in a public accounting environment, ideally in a senior or lead tax role.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities, with attention to detail and deadlines.
• Proficient in tax and accounting software, as well as general office productivity tools.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex tax concepts to clients and colleagues.