Senior Tax Accountant

Syntax Talent Solutions, LLC; Cockeysville (MD); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Work-life balance

Job summary

Syntax Talent Solutions, LLC invites a Senior Tax Accountant to lead tax planning, preparation, and consulting for a high-volume portfolio of partnerships, S corporations, and individuals. You will supervise junior staff, review work, and serve as primary client contact to deliver compliant, timely services.

This role emphasizes strong technical tax knowledge, client relationship building, and the ability to work with complex planning scenarios.

Qualifications

• Public accounting tax experience required.
• Experience with partnerships, S corporations, and individuals.
• Ability to manage a high-volume client portfolio.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff.
• Strong knowledge of current tax laws.

Responsibilities

• Lead tax planning, preparation, and consulting engagements.
• Oversee end-to-end engagements for 100+ clients.
• Review returns for partnerships, S corporations, and individuals.
• Lead tax audits and correspondence with authorities.
• Develop planning strategies focusing on optimization and risk mitigation.
• Maintain strong client relationships and identify advisory opportunities.

Skills

Client relationships

Project management

Tax planning

Tax research

Communication

Mentoring staff

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA license

Master's in Taxation (preferred)

Ongoing professional education

Tools

Tax preparation software

Tax research tools

Job description

Step into a senior-level role where you'll own complex tax engagements, build long-term client relationships, and be trusted as a key advisor on high-impact planning and consulting projects. Join a firm that values both technical excellence and sustainable workloads, with leadership that actively supports work-life balance and flexible hybrid working.

About the Role:

As a Senior Tax Accountant, you will lead tax planning, preparation, and consulting engagements for a high-volume portfolio of partnership, S corporation, and individual clients. You will manage multiple concurrent projects, review work prepared by junior staff, and serve as a primary point of contact for clients on complex tax matters. Your work will directly influence client outcomes, ensure compliance, and contribute to the firm's reputation for high-quality, timely service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end tax engagements for a high-volume client portfolio, including planning, preparation, review, and filing.
• Prepare and review complex tax returns for partnerships, S corporations, and individuals, ensuring accuracy and compliance with current tax laws.
• Lead and support tax audits, including gathering documentation, responding to inquiries, and representing clients with tax authorities.
• Develop and implement tax planning strategies for individual and business clients, focusing on optimization and risk mitigation.
• Oversee and review work performed by junior staff, providing feedback, coaching, and technical guidance.
• Coordinate and prioritize workloads during busy season to meet deadlines across 100+ client engagements.
• Conduct research on complex tax issues and special projects, providing clear recommendations and documentation.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, proactively identifying opportunities for additional advisory and consulting services.

Key Requirements:

• Significant public accounting experience in tax, with a focus on partnerships, S corporations, and individual clients.
• Proven ability to manage a large client portfolio and multiple concurrent tax engagements, especially during busy season.
• Strong technical expertise in tax planning, preparation, and audit support for closely held businesses and high-net-worth individuals.
• Demonstrated experience reviewing tax returns and supervising or mentoring junior tax staff.
• Advanced proficiency with tax preparation software and related research tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and issue-resolution skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex tax concepts clearly to clients and colleagues.
• Comfort working extended hours during an 8-week busy season, with the ability to maintain quality under pressure.
• Experience with special tax projects such as entity restructuring, multi-state filings, or complex individual planning scenarios.
• Prior involvement in tax consulting engagements beyond compliance, such as transactional planning or succession planning.
• Familiarity with workflow management tools and process improvement within a tax practice.
• Exposure to limited C corporation tax work, even if not a primary focus.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• CPA license required.
• Master's degree in Taxation or related discipline preferred.
• Ongoing professional education in tax law changes and best practices strongly preferred.

If you're a seasoned tax professional seeking a senior role with meaningful client impact, strong leadership support, and a balanced work environment, you're encouraged to apply.