Senior Accountant, Tax

Nisivoccia & Co.; Mount Arlington (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

18 days of PTO plus 8 holidays

401(k) plan with employer profit sharing

Bonus for earning CPA designation

Job summary

A mid-sized accounting firm in Mount Arlington, NJ, is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Accountant. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing both business and personal tax returns, providing strategic tax planning advice, and communicating directly with clients. Offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, this firm fosters a family-oriented culture that emphasizes work-life balance and continuous professional development.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience preparing business and individual tax returns.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office especially Word and Excel.
• QuickBooks experience (desktop and online) preferred.
• Proficiency in tax preparation software; Prosystem FX Tax experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review individual, trust, and corporate tax returns.
• Communicate directly with clients regarding tax returns.
• Identify tax-saving opportunities for business clients.
• Identify tax‑saving opportunities for business clients and owners
• Review and adjust client accounting records to reconcile with tax returns, including cash and accrual basis differences
• Demonstrate skill, judgment, and initiative to independently manage multiple assignments; supervise entry-level staff

Skills

Preparation of business and individual tax returns

Strong skills in Microsoft Office

Proficiency in tax preparation software

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Self-motivation

Education

BS or BA in Accounting

CPA or active pursuit of license

Tools

QuickBooks

Prosystem FX Tax

QuickBooks

Job description

Senior Tax Accountant – Mount Arlington, NJ

At Nisivoccia, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional accounting services built on a strong work ethic and a commitment to treating clients like family. For more than 50 years, The Nisivoccia Way has made us trusted partners with our clients and earned us recognition as a Best Place to Work and a Top 25 Accounting Firm in New Jersey.

Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced Senior Tax Accountant to join our mid-sized accounting firm in Mount Arlington, NJ. In this role, you will prepare both business and personal tax returns and provide strategic tax planning advice to our clients.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and analyze individual, trust, gift, partnership, and corporate tax returns
• Communicate directly with clients regarding tax returns and other tax related issues
• Research and advise clients on complex tax questions
• Identify tax‑saving opportunities for business clients and owners
• Review and adjust client accounting records to reconcile with tax returns, including cash and accrual basis differences
• Demonstrate skill, judgment, and initiative to independently manage multiple assignments
• Supervise and train entry‑level accounting staff
• Perform other duties as assigned by your Manager

Benefits

Why join Nisivoccia?

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life & disability (short & long term) insurance
• 37.5‑hour work week: all additional hours are paid straight time or put into an additional PTO bank
• 18 days of PTO plus 8 holidays
• 401(k) plan with potential employer profit sharing contribution
• Bonus for earning CPA designation

Requirements

• BS or BA in Accounting required
• CPA or active pursuit of license desired
• 3-5 years of experience preparing business and individual tax returns
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office especially, Word and Excel
• QuickBooks experience (desktop and online) preferred
• Proficiency in tax preparation software; Prosystem FX Tax experience preferred
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills
• Self‑motivated and able to work independently
• Effective communicator with the ability to ask questions in a professional, clear and concise manner and demonstrate patience in client interactions
• Strong work ethic, integrity and reliability
• Strong sense of professionalism
• Ability to maintain client confidentiality

Culture

At Nisivoccia, we foster a strong, family‑oriented culture where our people are supported, valued, and empowered to grow. We prioritize work‑life balance, offer flexible hours, and encourage community involvement through volunteerism and giving back initiatives.

Each member of our team benefits from continuous professional development and a collaborative environment that includes:

• In‑person and webinar‑based training in marketing and business development
• One‑on‑one executive coaching for emerging leaders
• A dedicated Quality of Life Committee focused on enhancing the employee experience
• Opportunities to attend client meetings and networking events as a firm representative
• Year‑round events and celebrations including family picnics, golf outings, luncheons, happy hours, a holiday party, and more

Nisivoccia LLP is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, (including pregnancy), genetic information, marital status, domestic partnership status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, weight, height, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.