Senior Tax Accountant

Archer Lewis, LLC; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching Program

Pet Insurance

Unlimited Flexible Time Off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Bonus up to 5% of base salary

Job summary

Archer Lewis, LLC in Columbus, OH is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to lead complex tax and accounting engagements, ensuring accurate, timely work and mentoring junior staff. You will build trusted client relationships, apply tax guidance, and contribute to process improvements that boost efficiency and quality.

With a bachelor’s in accounting and CPA credentials, candidates should have 2–5+ years of relevant experience and familiarity with UltraTax or similar software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting required.
• CPA certification required or active CPA status.
• 2–5+ years of accounting and tax experience in a CPA environment.
• Familiarity with UltraTax or similar software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex tax and accounting engagements with accuracy and timeliness.
• Mentor and guide junior team members to strengthen performance.
• Build strong client relationships and deliver proactive solutions.
• Help improve processes and firm-wide standards.
• Ensure compliance with firm policies and deadlines.

Skills

CPA Certification

Analytical skills

Communication

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA certification

Tools

UltraTax

Job description

Archer Lewis is a national accounting and advisory firm established in 2024 from local practice mergers, leveraging over 70 years of legacy. With 40+ offices and over 600+ professionals, we serve 65,000+ clients. Our approach blends small-firm relationships with national capabilities in bookkeeping, tax, advisory, and growth planning. We adapt to client preferences for in-person or online interactions, ensuring they connect with professionals who understand their specific needs.

Your Future Team

Winterset Advisors LLC is a Columbus, Ohio-based advisory firm providing tax, accounting, and strategic financial services to individuals and closely held businesses. Known for its personalized, relationship driven approach, the firm focuses on delivering practical, forward-looking solutions that support long-term financial success. In 2025, Winterset Advisors joined Archer Lewis as part of the firm's national alternative practice structure, enabling the firm to maintain its client-focused culture while gaining access to expanded resources, operational support, and a broad network of specialized expertise across the Archer Lewis platform.

What You'll Do

As a Senior Tax Accountant, you will lead complex tax and accounting engagements, ensuring deliverables are accurate, timely, and meet the highest standards of quality and compliance. You will serve as a trusted technical resource and mentor to team members, providing guidance and support to help develop talent and strengthen team performance. In addition, you will build and maintain strong client relationships, deliver proactive solutions to address client needs, and play an active role in improving processes, enhancing operational efficiency, upholding firm standards, and supporting leadership initiatives that drive the continued success and growth of the organization.

Accounting & Tax

• Prepare and review individual and business tax returns
• Oversee accounting matters and close processes
• Lead tax research and apply guidance to client-specific scenarios
• Support advanced tax planning and advisory work
• Review financial statements and reconciliations for accuracy and compliance
• Serve as a trusted advisor and escalation point for clients
• Proactively identify risks, opportunities, and improvements
• Communicate complex accounting and tax matters clearly to clients, with senior team members' execution
• Ensure compliance with firm standards, policies, and deadlines
• Provide technical guidance, coaching, and mentorship
• Review work prepared by Accountants and Staff Accountants
• Assist with onboarding and training of new members

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in accounting
• 2-5+ years of relevant combined accounting and tax experience in a local or regional CPA firm
• Proficiency in accounting and tax knowledge
• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., UltraTax) preferred
• CPA Required
• Strong technical accounting and tax knowledge
• Demonstrated ability to apply accounting principles and exercise professional judgment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including client interaction
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (Coverage begins on the first of the month following your start date.)
• 401(k) Matching Program
• Pet Insurance
• Unlimited Flexible Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Eligible for an annual performance-based bonus of up to 5% of base salary, based on individual and company performance. #LI-Onsite

Compensation Range

$85,000 - $95,000 USD

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