Senior Tax Accountant — Growth & Planning Expert

Current; Glen Rock (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan with employer match

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Current, a rapidly growing CPA firm in Glen Rock, NJ, seeks a Senior Tax Accountant with strong tax delivery experience for individuals, partnerships, and pass-through entities. You will prepare federal/state returns, research taxes, and interact with clients to provide planning recommendations.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Accounting, CPA track, and 4+ years of public accounting tax experience, with proficiency in CCH ProSystem fx Tax and related tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• CPA license preferred or actively pursuing CPA certification.
• 4+ years of recent public accounting tax experience.
• Experience with CCH ProSystem fx Tax, Axcess Tax, or other CCH software preferred.
• Strong understanding of federal and state tax laws.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare federal and state tax returns for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, and other pass-through entities.
• Prepare Schedule K-1s and analyze pass-through entity tax issues.
• Conduct tax research and resolve complex tax questions.
• Prepare quarterly estimated tax calculations and tax projections.
• Review client financial statements and supporting documentation for tax compliance.
• Communicate directly with clients to gather information, answer tax questions, and provide planning recommendations.
• Identify tax-saving opportunities and assist clients with year-round tax planning.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations.
• Respond to IRS and state tax notices and assist with audits when necessary.
• Manage multiple client engagements while meeting filing deadlines.
• Maintain accurate workpapers and documentation in accordance with firm standards.
• Utilize CCH tax software and related applications for tax preparation, workflow management, and research.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Written and verbal communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

CCH ProSystem fx Tax

Axcess Tax

CCH software

Job description

Current, a rapidly growing CPA firm in Glen Rock, NJ, seeks a Senior Tax Accountant with strong tax delivery experience for individuals, partnerships, and pass-through entities. You will prepare federal/state returns, research taxes, and interact with clients to provide planning recommendations.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Accounting, CPA track, and 4+ years of public accounting tax experience, with proficiency in CCH ProSystem fx Tax and related tools.