Senior Tax Accountant

MDS Staffing; North Carolina; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous PTO

Hybrid work options

Leadership training

Job summary

MDS Staffing in Columbus, OH is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to lead complex tax compliance and consulting engagements, focusing on partnerships, corporations, and S-corporations.

You will mentor junior staff, develop technical memoranda, manage deadlines, and deliver outstanding client service. Overtime during tax season is expected; CPA licensure or active pursuit is preferred. Advanced GAAP knowledge and multistate experience are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or 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.

Responsibilities

• Utilize advanced 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.
• Develop work papers for book-to-tax differences.
• Maintain communication with engagement management to track project progress.
• Manage time to meet budgets and deadlines.
• Foster effective client relationships and mentor staff.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Organizational skills

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

CCH Axcess

CCH Fixed Assets

CaseWare Working Papers

SurePrep

Tax software

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.