Senior Tax Accountant

CareerNerds; Chandler (AZ); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

CareerNerds, LLC in Chandler, Arizona is seeking a Tax Senior to prepare complex tax returns and provide proactive planning services in a client-focused, collaborative environment.

This hybrid role offers growth opportunities, mentoring responsibilities, and direct client contact. Ideal candidates have 3+ years of public accounting tax experience and a CPA or Master’s in Taxation. The position emphasizes staying current with tax laws and delivering quality service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• Master’s in Taxation or CPA license preferred.
• 3+ years of recent tax experience in public accounting.
• Strong knowledge of federal and multi-state tax laws.
• Proficiency in tax preparation software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts.
• Perform technical tax research and document findings.
• Manage multiple client engagements and deliver timely, high-quality service.
• Supervise, mentor, and train junior staff and interns.
• Identify and communicate tax planning opportunities to clients.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through regular communication.
• Assist with IRS and state tax audits and correspondence.
• Stay up to date with changes in tax regulations and accounting standards.
• Use tax software and technology tools effectively to improve efficiency.

Skills

Tax compliance & planning

Client communications

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s in Taxation or CPA license

Tools

Tax software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Tax Senior to join our client in Chandler, Arizona. This individual will be responsible for preparing complex tax returns and providing proactive tax planning and advisory services. The ideal candidate is a motivated professional who thrives in a collaborative, client-focused environment and is eager to grow within the firm.

This is a hybrid role with a base salary up to $105K

Responsibilities include:

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local income tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts.
• Perform technical tax research and document findings.
• Manage and prioritize multiple client engagements and deliver high-quality service in a timely manner.
• Supervise, mentor, and train junior staff and interns.
• Identify and communicate tax planning opportunities to clients.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through regular communication and responsiveness.
• Assist with IRS and state tax audits and correspondence.
• Stay up to date with changes in tax regulations and accounting standards.
• Use tax software and technology tools effectively to improve efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required;
• Master’s in Taxation or CPA license preferred.
• 3+ years of recent tax experience in public accounting.
• Strong knowledge of federal and multi-state tax laws.
• Proficiency in tax preparation software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.