Senior Tax Accountant

Engtal; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Job summary

A reputable public accounting firm in Madison is seeking an experienced tax professional to manage and review various tax returns while building long-term client relationships. Candidates should have 2-3+ years of public accounting tax experience and ideally hold a CPA or be pursuing one. This position offers a reasonable workload, a hybrid schedule, supportive leadership, and a clear path for growth within the firm, along with competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• 2-3+ years of public accounting tax experience required.
• Preferred candidates will have a CPA or be in pursuit of it.
• Strong technical knowledge and a desire for ongoing learning.

Responsibilities

• Manage and review individual, corporate, partnership, and trust tax returns.
• Serve as a key contact for clients, building consultative relationships.
• Assist in tax planning, research, and identifying opportunities for clients.
• Mentor and guide staff-level team members.
• Collaborate with Managers and Partners on complex engagements.
• Support process improvements within the department.

Skills

Public accounting tax experience

Communication skills

Collaboration

Client relationship management

Technical knowledge

Education

CPA or actively pursuing CPA

Job description

This range is provided by Engtal. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from Engtal

Join a Growing Firm. Build Real Relationships. Make an Impact.

I’m partnering with a reputable, mid-sized public accounting firm in Madison that is expanding their tax team. This firm is known for its strong client relationships, supportive leadership, manageable workloads, and commitment to employee growth—creating an environment where people stay and advance.

What You’ll Do

• Manage and review individual, corporate, partnership, and trust tax returns
• Serve as a key contact for clients—building long‑term, consultative relationships
• Assist in tax planning, research, and identifying opportunities for clients
• Mentor and guide staff‑level team members
• Collaborate directly with Managers and Partners on complex engagements
• Support process improvements and help shape the future of the department

What They’re Looking For

• 2‑3+ years of public accounting tax experience
• CPA or actively pursuing CPA preferred
• Strong technical knowledge and willingness to continue learning
• Excellent communication skills and ability to manage client relationships
• Someone who thrives in a collaborative, people‑focused environment

Why This Firm?

• Reasonable workload + real work/life balance
• Hybrid schedule (typically 2–3 days in office; flexible outside of busy season)
• Supportive leadership—you aren’t just a number
• Clear growth path to Manager
• Competitive salary, strong bonus potential, and full benefits

If interested in this role, please reach out to [e-mail] or apply to this posting!

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Accounting

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave