Senior Tax Accountant

Hixen Search Group; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Profit sharing bonus

Job summary

Hixen Search Group is assisting a long-term client by seeking a Senior Tax Associate to prepare and review returns, assist with tax planning, and manage client projects. The candidate will help develop junior team members and ensure engagements are completed accurately, on time, and within budget.

The ideal candidate holds a BA/BS in accounting, CPA or CPA progress, and proficiency in Excel, Word, and tax software. Hybrid work and competitive compensation are offered.

Qualifications

• BA or BS in accounting or related field.
• CPA or two CPA sections completed.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word and tax software.
• Strong communication, organization and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review tax returns for corporations, partnerships, trusts and individuals.
• Handle complex tax returns and research tax issues.
• Review the work of staff accountants and interns.
• Train, mentor and provide feedback to junior employees.
• Communicate with clients and firm leadership to complete projects.
• Assist with quarterly and year-end tax planning.
• Identify opportunities to improve clients' processes and tax strategies.
• Manage project budgets, deadlines and billable hours.
• Participate in networking events and activities to help grow the firm’s client base.
• Continue developing technical tax knowledge and leadership skills.

Skills

Excel

Word

Tax software

Communication

Leadership

Teamwork

Education

BA/BS in accounting

CPA exam in progress

Tools

Tax research software

Job description

Hixen Search Group is assisting a long-term client for a Senior Tax Associate to prepare and review returns, assist with tax planning, manage client projects, and help develop junior team members. The desired candidate will work with clients’ various industries and help ensure tax engagements and completed accurately, on time, and within budget.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review tax returns for corporations, partnerships, trusts and individuals
• Handle complex tax returns and research tax issues
• Review the work of staff accountants and interns
• Train, mentor and provide feedback to junior employees
• Communicate with clients and firm leadership to complete projects
• Assist with quarterly and year-end tax planning
• Identify opportunities to improve clients’ processes and tax strategies
• Manage project budgets, deadlines, and billable hours
• Participate in networking events and activities to help grow the firm’s client base
• Continue developing technical tax knowledge and leadership skills

Why This Opportunity:

• Employee focused environment with low turnover
• Top 100 firms // locally owned
• Hybrid
• Leadership is good at developing people and encourages growth
• Competitive pay // hybrid // profit sharing bonus

Desired Candidate Profile:

• BA or BS in accounting or related field
• CPA or successfully passed two sections of CPA exam
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and tax software
• Strong communication, organization and leadership skills
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team