Senior Tax Accountant

SingerLewak; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SingerLewak in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Accountant to join our public accounting practice. This is a full-time, in-office, exempt position for a tax professional who is ready to take greater ownership of client engagements while continuing to develop technical, advisory, and client-facing skills.

You will work directly with experienced professionals and a diverse client base on federal and multi-state tax compliance, planning, research, and special projects.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of recent public accounting tax experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Active CPA license or CPA track required.
• Strong tax research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review complex federal and multi-state income tax returns for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, LLCs, trusts, and estates.
• Prepare tax projections, estimated tax calculations, and extensions.
• Identify tax-planning opportunities and provide practical recommendations to clients.
• Research federal, state, and local tax matters.
• Communicate directly with clients to obtain information, resolve tax issues, and explain tax matters.
• Review work prepared by staff accountants and provide guidance and mentorship.
• Assist with IRS, FTB, and other taxing-authority notices and inquiries.
• Manage multiple client engagements and deadlines while maintaining accuracy and high professional standards.
• Assist with special tax, accounting, and advisory projects as needed.

Skills

Public accounting tax experience

Tax research

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Independence

Overtime readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Active CPA license or CPA-track

Job description

SingerLewak is a Top 100 accounting and consulting firm primarily operatingin the western region. Serving clients since 1959, SingerLewak has developed a reputation for excellence and expertise in the accounting and management consulting industry. Providing the services of a large firm with a blended environment of practices, services and industry specializations, SingerLewak continues to demonstrate renowned industry leadership year-over-year. The firm takes pride in client service and professional and personal advancement, as demonstrated by our SL forward program which promotes a culture of learning and growth through targeted development and leadership programs and SL Cares, together with a continual focus on client service and technological evolution.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Tax Accountant to join our Los Angeles public accounting practice. This is a full-time, in-office, exempt position for a tax professional who is ready to take greater ownership of client engagements while continuing to develop technical, advisory, and client-facing skills.

You will work directly with experienced professionals and a diverse client base on federal and multi-state tax compliance, planning, research, and special projects. The position offers substantial client exposure and the opportunity to work on challenging assignments beyond routine tax preparation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review complex federal and multi-state income tax returns for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, LLCs, trusts, and estates.
• Prepare tax projections, estimated tax calculations, and extensions.
• Identify tax-planning opportunities and provide practical recommendations to clients.
• Research federal, state, and local tax matters.
• Communicate directly with clients to obtain information, resolve tax issues, and explain tax matters.
• Review work prepared by staff accountants and provide guidance and mentorship.
• Assist with IRS, FTB, and other taxing-authority notices and inquiries.
• Manage multiple client engagements and deadlines while maintaining accuracy and high professional standards.
• Assist with special tax, accounting, and advisory projects as needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of recent public accounting tax experience required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Active CPA license or currently on an active CPA track required.
• Strong experience preparing individual and business tax returns.
• Solid understanding of federal and California tax regulations.
• Strong tax research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with clients and colleagues.
• Willingness to work additional hours as needed during tax busy season.

$95,000 - $120,000 a year

SingerLewak is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.