Senior Tax Accountant

BUCHHOLZ & GARBER, LLC; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

BUCHHOLZ & GARBER, LLC in Eugene, Oregon seeks a Senior Tax Accountant for a full-time on-site position. You will manage complex tax engagements for individuals, partnerships, and corporations, review returns, perform tax research, and advise clients on planning opportunities.

You will also assist with financial statement preparation and review, ensure compliance with firm and regulatory standards, and coach junior staff while collaborating with partners and clients to deliver timely service.

Qualifications

• CPA license or eligibility preferred; required degree in Accounting/Finance.
• Several years of progressive public accounting or tax experience.
• Experience with complex returns and multi-entity structures.
• Ability to interpret tax regulations and perform technical research.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex tax preparation and compliance engagements for individuals, partnerships, corporations, and other entities.
• Review tax returns prepared by other team members and perform quality checks.
• Research tax issues and interpret current tax law.
• Advise clients on tax planning opportunities to optimize outcomes.
• Assist with preparation and review of financial statements; ensure adherence to standards.
• Coach and mentor junior staff; collaborate with partners and clients to ensure timely, high-quality service.

Skills

Tax preparation

Tax compliance

Technical tax research

Financial statement review

Client communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

CPA license or eligibility

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Tax software

Accounting software

Office tools (Excel, Word)

Job description

Company Description

BUCHHOLZ & GARBER, LLC is an established accounting firm headquartered at 79 Centennial Loop in Eugene, Oregon, United States. The firm provides a range of professional accounting and tax services to individuals, businesses, and organizations in the region. Team members work closely with clients to deliver accurate financial information and dependable guidance. BUCHHOLZ & GARBER, LLC offers a collaborative environment where accounting professionals can deepen their expertise and build long-term client relationships.

Role Description

The Senior Tax Accountant is a full-time, on-site role based in Eugene, OR. This position is responsible for managing complex tax preparation and compliance engagements for individuals, partnerships, corporations, and other entities. Day-to-day tasks include reviewing tax returns prepared by other team members, researching tax issues, interpreting current tax law, and advising clients on tax planning opportunities. The Senior Tax Accountant will also assist with the preparation and review of financial statements, ensure adherence to firm and regulatory standards, and support junior staff through coaching and technical guidance. Close collaboration with partners and clients is expected to ensure timely, high-quality service delivery.

Qualifications

• Strong tax-focused skills, including Tax Preparation, Tax Compliance, and a solid understanding of general Tax concepts.
• Proficiency in Accounting principles and experience preparing and reviewing Financial Statements.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or CPA eligibility preferred; relevant bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• Several years of progressive public accounting or tax experience, including work on complex returns and multi-entity structures.
• Ability to interpret tax regulations, perform technical research, and communicate findings clearly to clients and colleagues.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and commitment to meeting deadlines during peak filing periods.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in an on-site team environment.
• Experience with tax and accounting software and proficiency in common office productivity tools.