Senior Tax Accountant

MBC Talent Connections; Neptune City (NJ); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off and holidays

Supportive work environment

Advancement and professional develop.

Job summary

MBC Talent Connections seeks a Senior Tax Accountant to work directly with clients on a collaborative team in Neptune City, NJ. The role includes preparing and reviewing complex returns and developing tax-planning strategies.

You will guide junior staff, manage deadlines during tax season, and respond to IRS/state notices while maintaining client records and supporting documents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 3–5 years of recent public-accounting tax experience required.
• Strong experience preparing individual and business tax returns.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and Microsoft Office.
• Strong research, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review complex returns for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, trusts, and nonprofits.
• Review financial statements and supporting documents for accuracy.
• Maintain accurate client records and workpapers.

Skills

Tax accounting

Public accounting

Analytical thinking

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Office

UltraTax CS

Job description

Senior Tax Accountant

A growing tax advisory firm is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Accountant to work directly with clients on a collaborative, client-focused team.

Role Details

Type & Pay

• Full-time, year-round, with overtime during tax season
• $85,000–$110,000, based on experience

Location & Schedule

• On-site in Neptune, NJ
• Hybrid (3 days on-site, 2 remote)

Responsibilities

Tax Work

• Prepare and review complex returns for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, trusts, and nonprofits
• Review financial statements and supporting documents for accuracy
• Maintain accurate client records and workpapers

Client Advisory

• Research tax issues and help develop tax-planning strategies
• Identify tax-saving opportunities and recommend them to clients
• Respond to IRS and state notices
• Answer client questions and follow up on missing information

Team & Workload

• Manage multiple assignments and deadlines during tax season
• Guide and support junior accountants and administrative staff

Requirements

Must Have

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 3–5 years of recent public-accounting tax experience
• Strong experience preparing individual and business returns
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and Microsoft Office
• Strong research, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently, prioritize, and meet deadlines
• Accuracy, attention to detail, and professionalism

Nice to Have

• CPA or EA designation (CPA candidates will be considered)
• UltraTax CS experience

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Supportive work environment
• Advancement and professional development opportunities