Senior Tax Accountant

Leoforce; Severna Park (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Continuing education credits

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Health insurance

License reimbursement

Life insurance

Opportunities for advancement

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Leoforce is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant in Severna Park, MD, to join our Accounting and Finance team. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience with partnership, trust, and business tax returns and hold a CPA or EA certification. Proficiency in QuickBooks and Lacerte Tax is required.

The role focuses on federal and multi-state returns for various entities, tax planning, and collaboration with team members to improve processes while maintaining stringent compliance with tax laws.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• CPA or EA certification preferred.
• 5+ years of tax accounting experience, including partnership, trust, and business returns.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Lacerte Tax.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state tax laws.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review complex federal and multi-state tax returns for partnerships, trusts, and corporations.
• Assist in tax planning and research to minimize liabilities and ensure compliance.
• Prepare business income tax returns and client financial statements.
• Utilize QuickBooks for data management and Lacerte Tax for tax preparation.
• Provide guidance on the tax implications of investments and transactions; streamline procedures.
• Keep up to date with tax laws and ensure compliance across the company.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

QuickBooks

Lacerte Tax

Job description

Senior Tax Accountant

6961361

18 hours ago

Job Description

Experience

Manager

Salary

$80,000 - $100,000 per year

Job Details

We are currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Tax Accountant to join our fast-paced Accounting and Finance team. This role is designed for a seasoned professional with a strong background in partnership tax, trust tax, and business income tax returns. The ideal candidate will be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Enrolled Agent (EA) with proficiency in QuickBooks and Lacerte Tax. This role requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

1. Preparing and reviewing complex tax returns including federal and multi-state returns for partnerships, trusts, and corporations.
2. Assisting in tax planning and research to minimize tax liabilities and ensure compliance with tax laws.
3. Preparing business income tax returns and creating client financial statements.
4. Utilizing QuickBooks for financial data management and Lacerte Tax for tax preparation.
5. Providing guidance on the tax implications of business investments and transactions.
6. Collaborating with team members to improve and streamline tax procedures and processes.
7. Keeping up to date with the latest tax laws and regulations and ensuring the company's compliance with all tax obligations.
8. Providing excellent customer service to clients, addressing their tax-related queries, and providing suitable solutions.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
2. CPA or EA certification is preferred.
3. Minimum of 5 years of experience in tax accounting, with a focus on partnership tax, trust tax, and business income tax returns.
4. Proficiency in QuickBooks and Lacerte Tax.
5. Excellent knowledge of federal and state tax laws and regulations.
6. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
7. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex tax concepts to clients and team members.
8. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
9. High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

If you are a detail-oriented professional with a passion for tax accounting and a drive to provide excellent client service, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and contribute to our continued success in the Accounting and Finance industry.

A bit about us

Our client, a well-established CPA firm in Severna Park/Anne Arundel County, Maryland, is seeking a Tax Manager. The ideal candidate will have tax experience, covering individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts. While a CPA or EA certification is preferred, we highly value someone who is dedicated to being a long-term, integral part of our team. The role involves direct interaction with individuals and small to medium-sized businesses.

We pride ourselves on being a family- and employee-friendly office that promotes work-life balance. Our benefits include shorter summer work weeks and extended holiday weekends (e.g., 4-day weekends for Memorial Day, Labor day and other holidays when possible). Our client is also active in the local community.

Why join us?

• 401(k)
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• License reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

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