Senior Tax Accountant – Marietta, Georgia

Make Move; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k Match

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Training & Growth

Job summary

Make Move is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant in Marietta, GA to manage a varied tax portfolio and guide junior team members. You will prepare returns, provide planning advice and ensure compliance with federal and state laws.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance, 5+ years’ tax experience, CPA/EA is a plus, and proficiency in QuickBooks and UltraTax. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience preparing individual tax returns.
• Business returns experience is a strong plus.
• CPA license or Enrolled Agent credential is a big plus; pursuing CPA encouraged.
• Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance; Master’s preferred.
• Proficient with QuickBooks and tax software (UltraTax).

Responsibilities

• Prepare federal and state returns for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, trusts and estates.
• Provide tax planning and strategic advice to optimize client positions.
• Review junior staff work and provide technical guidance.
• Respond to client inquiries and tax authority notices.
• Maintain client files and support cross‑team tax workflows.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Master's degree

Tools

QuickBooks

UltraTax

Job description

# Senior Tax Accountant – Marietta, GeorgiaAccounting / Finance,Accounting Jobs,Tax JobsMarietta, Georgia2026Full Time### Job DescriptionOur client is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Accountant to manage a varied tax portfolio, advise clients on planning opportunities and guide junior team members. This role suits a dependable, detail-focused professional who is comfortable working independently and meeting firm deadlines.Key Responsibilities• Prepare and review complex federal and state returns for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, trusts and estates, including multi-state filings• Deliver tax planning, research and strategic advice to help clients optimize their tax positions• Conduct paid client consultations, explaining tax positions and compliance requirements clearly• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local tax laws, including filings, estimated payments, extensions and quarterly projections• Respond to client inquiries and taxing authority notices, and support IRS, state and local examinations• Review work prepared by junior staff, providing technical guidance and feedback• Monitor regulatory changes and apply them to client situations• Maintain organized client files and workpapers in tax and accounting software• Support accounting, advisory, payroll or operations teams during off-peak periods• Identify ways to improve tax preparation workflowsKey Requirements• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field; Master’s degree is a plus• 5+ years of recent, extensive experience preparing individual tax returns and forms• Business return experience is a strong plus• CPA license or Enrolled Agent credential is a big plus; candidates actively pursuing CPA licensure with a clear plan are encouraged to apply• Full-cycle accounting or bookkeeping experience is a strong plus• Comprehensive knowledge of federal and state income tax law; international tax exposure is a big plus• Proficiency with QuickBooks and tax software such as UltraTax or similar• Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlinesBenefits• Competitive salary based on experience plus performance-based bonus• Medical, dental and vision insurance• Life insurance• 401K with company match• Paid vacation and holidays• Ongoing training and growth opportunitiesOnly shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Submit your CV to [e-mail] our website for more exciting career opportunities: https://make-move.com/