Senior Tax Accountant

Green Key Resources; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Key Resources is seeking a Senior Tax & Accounting Associate in New York to support a portfolio of small to mid-sized business clients with tax compliance, bookkeeping, and advisory services. This position combines client responsibility with hands-on accounting work, ideal for detail-oriented professionals.

The role requires public accounting experience, expertise in corporate tax compliance, and proficiency in accounting software. Join a collaborative, hybrid environment focused on enhancing client satisfaction and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Public accounting experience with small to mid-sized business clients.
• Hands-on experience with full-cycle bookkeeping.
• Strong knowledge of corporate and partnership tax compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle bookkeeping for a portfolio of business clients.
• Prepare business tax returns for various entity types.
• Support client budgeting and cash flow forecasting.

Skills

Public accounting experience supporting small to mid-sized business clients

Strong knowledge of corporate and partnership tax compliance

Hands‑on experience with full-cycle bookkeeping and financial statement preparation

Familiarity with multi‑state tax filings

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills with a strong client‑service orientation

Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines

Experience with accounting and tax software platforms

Tools

QuickBooks

Lacerte

Job description

An organization is seeking a Senior Tax & Accounting Associate to support a portfolio of small to mid-sized business clients through a blend of tax compliance, bookkeeping, and client advisory services. This role offers direct client responsibility and combines hands‑on accounting work with tax preparation and planning support. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, client-focused, and comfortable managing multiple engagements in a collaborative, hybrid environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle bookkeeping for a portfolio of business clients, including monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close activities
• Perform bank and credit card reconciliations to ensure accurate and GAAP-aligned financial records
• Prepare and review client financial statements and supporting schedules on a recurring basis
• Support client budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and financial performance analysis
• Prepare business tax returns for a variety of entity types, including corporate and partnership filings, as well as selected individual returns for business owners
• Coordinate and file multi-state payroll and sales tax filings as required
• Respond to federal and state tax notices and assist with resolution efforts
• Support tax planning discussions and compliance strategy development for clients
• Maintain accurate client records using accounting and tax preparation systems
• Utilize accounting and tax software platforms to manage workflows and ensure timely deliverables
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve client reporting, workflow efficiency, and process consistency
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure high-quality service delivery and client satisfaction

Qualifications

• Public accounting experience supporting small to mid-sized business clients
• Strong knowledge of corporate and partnership tax compliance
• Hands‑on experience with full-cycle bookkeeping and financial statement preparation
• Familiarity with multi‑state tax filings preferred
• Experience with accounting and tax software platforms (e.g., QuickBooks, Lacerte, or similar)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication skills with a strong client‑service orientation
• Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Comfortable working independently while contributing to a team‑oriented environment