Senior Tax Accountant

Community CPA; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

401(k) plan

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Community CPA in Bloomington, Minnesota is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to lead complex individual and business tax engagements, prepare and review returns, and provide guidance on tax research and planning.

You will mentor junior staff, manage client relationships, respond to tax notices, and stay current on tax laws while delivering exceptional service.

Strong technical aptitude and growth potential are welcome; CPA preferred, with a range of bonus and benefits offered by the firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, taxation, or a related field is required.
• Generally, 4+ years of progressive tax or public accounting experience; exceptional candidates may qualify.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state tax compliance.
• Experience preparing individual and business returns.
• Experience with professional tax software and MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns.
• Research tax issues and provide practical recommendations.
• Respond to IRS and state notices and assist audits.
• Lead and mentor junior staff on engagements.
• Manage client relationships and communicate proactively on deadlines.

Skills

Tax compliance

Tax research

Client relationship management

Mentorship

Analytical problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, taxation, finance, or related field

CPA license or EA credential or active CPA licensure progress

Tools

UltraTax CS

Accounting CS

QuickBooks

NetSuite

Financial Edge

Job description

Join a Firm Where Your Expertise and Potential Can Grow

Community CPA is a fast-growing, multilingual CPA firm serving individuals and businesses from diverse backgrounds across the United States. Our team serves clients from more than 50 countries of origin and is committed to exceptional client service, professional growth, and meaningful community impact.

We are seeking a Senior Tax Accountant for our Bloomington, Minnesota office. This role is ideal for a tax professional who enjoys preparing and reviewing complex returns, building trusted client relationships, researching tax issues, and supporting the development of junior team members. We are also open to considering high-potential candidates who may have fewer years of experience but demonstrate strong aptitude, professionalism, learning agility, and commitment to growth.

Position Summary

The Senior Tax Accountant is responsible for managing individual and business tax engagements, preparing and reviewing tax returns, conducting tax research, responding to taxing authority notices, identifying tax-saving opportunities, and delivering exceptional client service.

This role serves as a key resource for clients and team members, leading complex engagements while helping develop the technical skills of junior staff.

What You’ll Do

Tax Compliance & Preparation

• Prepare and file federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, nonprofits, and other entities.
• Prepare high-quality workpapers and supporting documentation.
• Review financial statements, records, and supporting schedules for accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure clients remain compliant with applicable tax laws and filing requirements.
• Calculate estimated tax payments and assist with tax projections.
• Maintain accurate and organized client records.
• Research tax issues and provide practical recommendations.
• Identify tax-saving opportunities and strategies aligned with client goals.
• Prepare tax forecasts and planning projections.
• Assist clients with year-end tax planning initiatives.
• Stay current on tax law changes and emerging industry trends.

Client Relationship Management

• Serve as a trusted advisor to assigned clients.
• Lead larger and more complex tax engagements.
• Communicate proactively regarding deadlines, requirements, and tax matters.
• Build long-term client relationships through exceptional service and responsiveness.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure clients receive integrated solutions.

Tax Research & Audit Support

• Respond to IRS, state, and local taxing authority notices and inquiries.
• Assist with audits and examinations.
• Conduct technical tax research and document conclusions.
• Escalate complex issues appropriately while recommending practical solutions.

Leadership & Team Development

• Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to less experienced team members.
• Share technical knowledge and best practices.
• Contribute to a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and professional excellence.
• Represent Community CPA professionally in all client and business interactions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Taxation, Finance, or a related field.
• Generally, 4 or more years of progressively responsible tax or public accounting experience preferred; candidates with fewer years of experience may be considered if they demonstrate strong technical aptitude, professionalism, learning agility, and growth potential.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state tax compliance requirements.
• Experience preparing individual and business tax returns.
• Experience working with professional tax and accounting software.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.
• Successful completion of a background check

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA license, Enrolled Agent (EA) credential, or active progress toward CPA licensure.
• Public accounting experience.
• Experience with UltraTax CS, Accounting CS, QuickBooks, NetSuite, Financial Edge, or similar platforms.
• Experience with complex individual, partnership, S corporation, C corporation, or nonprofit tax returns.
• Experience mentoring or training staff.

What We Offer

• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• 401(k) and retirement plan benefits
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Career growth opportunities in a collaborative, mission-driven environment

Why Community CPA?

At Community CPA, we believe great people build great client experiences. We invest in our employees, embrace diversity, and provide opportunities for growth that are often unavailable at larger firms. You’ll work alongside talented professionals, develop your technical expertise, and make a meaningful impact on the success of our clients and communities.