Senior Tax Accountant

High Country Search Group; Greeley (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

High Country Search Group in Colorado is seeking an experienced tax professional to join a relationship-focused public accounting firm.

You will prepare and review individual, business, partnership, and corporate returns, work directly with clients, mentor staff, and help grow the firm.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of public accounting tax experience, strong federal/state knowledge, and exceptional client relationship skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of public accounting tax experience.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state tax compliance.
• Experience preparing and/or reviewing business and individual tax returns.
• Strong communication and client relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review individual, business, partnership, and corporate tax returns.
• Work directly with clients to understand their needs and provide responsive tax support.
• Research tax questions and assist with tax planning opportunities.
• Review work prepared by staff and provide guidance and mentorship.
• Assist with client engagements from start to finish.
• Communicate with clients throughout the year and build long-term relationships.
• Stay current on tax law changes and apply them appropriately.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment and help improve firm processes.

Skills

Public tax experience

Federal tax knowledge

State tax knowledge

Individual tax returns

Client relations

Mentoring others

Job description

Join a relationship-focused public accounting firm where you can build meaningful client relationships, work with a strong team, and continue to grow your career. This is an opportunity for an experienced tax professional who enjoys working directly with clients and being part of a collaborative, supportive environment.

What You\'ll Do

• Prepare and review individual, business, partnership, and corporate tax returns
• Work directly with clients to understand their needs and provide responsive tax support
• Research tax questions and assist with tax planning opportunities
• Review work prepared by staff and provide guidance and mentorship
• Assist with client engagements from start to finish
• Communicate with clients throughout the year and build long-term relationships
• Stay current on tax law changes and apply them appropriately
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment and help improve firm processes

What We\'re Looking For

• 4+ years of public accounting tax experience
• Strong knowledge of federal and state tax compliance
• Experience preparing and/or reviewing business and individual tax returns
• Strong communication and client relationship skills
• Ability to work independently while also supporting and mentoring team members
• Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple deadlines

Why This Firm?

• Relationship-driven culture: Build lasting relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Meaningful client exposure: Work with a diverse group of high-quality clients across a variety of industries.
• Growth & mentorship: Develop your skills while helping mentor less-experienced team members.
• Work-life balance: A firm culture that values sustainable workloads and time outside of work.
• A voice in the firm: Opportunities to contribute ideas and help shape how the firm operates.