Senior Tax Accountant

Fordham Goodfellow, LLP; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health insurance package

Substantial Paid Time Off

401(k) profit sharing plan

Firm-supported continuing professional education opportunities

Paid professional accounting memberships and licenses

Free parking and free public transit passes

Job summary

Fordham Goodfellow, LLP is looking to hire a Senior Tax Accountant in Hillsboro, OR. The accountant will prepare and review various tax returns while mentoring staff, ensuring high-quality standards are met.

With a commitment to work/life balance, Fordham offers competitive health insurance, generous Paid Time Off, and opportunities for professional growth within a friendly, business-casual environment.

Qualifications

• 4 to 7 years of recent tax experience, public accounting firm preferred.
• Experience handling multiple engagements and effectively delegating work.
• Professional, reliable, and friendly demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review corporate, individual, partnership, and fiduciary tax returns.
• Research complex tax and accounting matters.
• Prepare year-end projections and income tax provisions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking skills

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Education

4-year Degree in Accounting or related field

CPA license

Tools

UltraTax

ProSystem FX

Job description

Fordham & Co LLP is currently seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to join our team in Hillsboro, OR. For over 60 years, Fordham has provided tax and other accounting services to businesses and individuals in the Greater Portland area. We excel at building long-term relationships with our clients in a wide variety of situations and industries. As a Member of BKR International, we are part of an experienced professional community focused on bringing the latest innovations, technical knowledge, and networking to meet the ever-changing needs of our industry and clients.

Many of our employees have built life‑long careers here at Fordham, and we pride ourselves on being flexible, family‑friendly, and part of our community.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Tax Accountant you will prepare and review corporate, individual, partnership, and fiduciary tax returns, research complex tax and accounting matters, prepare year‑end projections, income tax provisions, and related financial statement disclosures. A willingness to train and mentor is preferred, as this position will focus on managing and providing technical review of staff work.

Required Experience

• CPA license
• 4 to 7 years of recent tax experience, public accounting firm preferred
• 4-year Degree in Accounting or related field
• Strong analytical, technical, organizational, and multi-tasking skills
• Excellent presentation and communication abilities, including writing skills
• Experience handling multiple engagements and effectively delegating work
• Familiarity with UltraTax or ProSystem FX products preferred
• Professional, reliable, and friendly demeanor, with a desire to grow in career

Benefits

• Competitive health insurance package with a local provider
• Substantial Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• Friendly business‑casual work atmosphere
• Emphasis on work/life balance
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• 401(k) profit sharing plan
• Firm-supported continuing professional education opportunities
• Free parking and free public transit passes
• Paid professional accounting memberships and licenses