Senior Tax Accountant

Shr LLC; Washington, Baltimore (District of Columbia, MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SHR Talent in Northwest DC seeks a Senior Tax Accountant to join a growing CPA firm. You will prepare and review tax returns for corporations, partnerships and individuals, and engage in proactive tax planning while communicating directly with diverse clients.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years in public accounting tax, a CPA license (or pursuing), and strong client-relations and communication skills. This is a full-time, on-site role offering exposure to complex matters during peak season and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 4+ years of public accounting tax experience.
• CPA license highly preferred (or actively pursuing).
• Experience with closely held businesses and individuals.
• Excellent communication and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local income tax returns for corporations, partnerships, and individuals
• Assist in tax planning strategies for closely held businesses and high-net-worth individuals
• Communicate directly with clients to address tax questions, resolve issues, and build long-term relationships
• Research and analyze complex tax issues, ensuring compliance with current laws and regulations
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines, particularly during peak busy season periods
• Handle accounting & bookkeeping needs for small business clients in addition to seasonal tax work

Skills

Public tax

Client relations

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Tax software

Job description

SHR Talent is partnering with a client in Northwest DC in its search for a Senior Tax Accountant to join a growing CPA firm. This role offers the opportunity to work directly with a variety of closely held businesses and individual clients on complex tax matters. The Senior Tax Accountant will be responsible for preparing and reviewing tax returns, engaging in proactive tax planning, and maintaining direct communication with clients of various sizes. The position is ideal for candidates with a strong background in public accounting tax, looking to grow in a collaborative environment with exposure to challenging work during busy season and rewarding client relationships year-round.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local income tax returns for corporations, partnerships, and individuals
• Assist in tax planning strategies for closely held businesses and high-net-worth individuals
• Communicate directly with clients to address tax questions, resolve issues, and build long-term relationships
• Research and analyze complex tax issues, ensuring compliance with current laws and regulations
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines, particularly during peak busy season periods
• Handle accounting & bookkeeping needs for small business clients in addition to seasonal tax work

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• Minimum of 4+ years of experience in public accounting with a focus on tax
• CPA license highly preferred (or actively pursuing)
• Experience working with closely held businesses, individuals, and clients of various sizes. Nonprofit experience a plus!
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills