Senior Tax Accountant

KLA Industries, Inc.; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Competitive salary

Generous PTO

Leadership training

Mentorship opportunities

Job summary

KLA Industries, Inc. in Columbus, OH, seeks a Senior Tax Accountant to lead complex tax compliance and consulting projects. You will mentor junior staff, review returns for C/C corporations, partnerships, and S-corps, and help develop proactive tax planning strategies.

The role emphasizes client relationships, accuracy, and timely delivery during busy seasons. CPA or active pursuit is preferred, with hybrid work options available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• 3+ years of relevant tax experience in public accounting.
• Advanced GAAP knowledge and financial statement understanding.
• Experience with Corporate, S‑Corporation, and Partnership tax returns.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Apply advanced tax accounting knowledge to consulting and compliance engagements (partnerships, corporations, S-corps).
• Prepare and review complex tax returns for various entity types.
• Create and evaluate income tax projections and estimates.
• Draft technical memorandums and develop work papers for book-to-tax differences.
• Maintain communication with engagement management and meet project deadlines.
• Provide guidance to staff and junior team members.
• Respond to federal and state tax notices and assist with planning.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

CCH Axcess

CCH Fixed Assets

CaseWare Working Papers

SurePrep

Job description

Join our dynamic team in Columbus, OH, as a Senior Tax Accountant where you will play a crucial role in complex tax compliance and consulting projects. This position offers the opportunity to leverage your expertise while providing guidance and mentorship to junior team members. If you are a detail-oriented professional with a passion for building strong client relationships, we invite you to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilize advanced technical tax accounting knowledge for consulting and compliance engagements, focusing on partnerships, corporations, and S-corporations.
• Prepare and review complex tax returns for S-Corporations, C-Corporations, partnerships, multistate, and individual clients.
• Create and evaluate income tax projections and estimates.
• Conduct research and draft technical memorandums in an accessible format.
• Develop work papers for various book-to-tax differences.
• Maintain open communication with engagement management to track project progress.
• Manage time efficiently to meet project budgets and deadlines.
• Foster effective working relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Perform first-level reviews of tax returns prepared by staff.
• Identify potential tax issues during the planning phase of engagements.
• Respond confidently to federal and state tax notices.
• Deliver top-notch customer service to clients.
• Recommend improvements to streamline tax filing processes.
• Engage in training and development opportunities to enhance skills.
• Support the professional growth of Staff and Interns.
• Overtime is expected during tax season and around key deadlines.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant tax experience.
• Current experience in public accounting.
• Advanced understanding of GAAP and financial statements.
• Experience with Corporate, S-Corporation, and Partnership tax returns.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with tax software and accounting technologies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience in federal tax compliance and consulting within public accounting.
• CPA license or active pursuit of CPA certification.
• Experience with CCH Axcess, CCH Fixed Assets, CaseWare Working Papers, and SurePrep.
• Knowledge of tax planning strategies and multi-state taxation.

What We Offer:

• Opportunities for meaningful career advancement within a supportive culture.
• Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Generous PTO and flexible hybrid work options.
• Ongoing leadership training, mentorship, and professional development.
• Team-building events and recognition programs that promote engagement and enjoyment.