Senior Tax Advisor - DTA Accountants

Archer Lewis; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) Matching Program

Unlimited Flexible Time Off

Job summary

Archer Lewis, based in Bellevue, Washington, seeks a Senior Tax Advisor responsible for directing all aspects of the tax function, including compliance and strategic guidance. This role involves leading complex client engagements and optimizing tax strategies to drive business growth.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in tax leadership roles, is expected to possess a CPA certification, and will mentor a team of tax professionals while ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations. Comprehensive benefits and a competitive salary of $100-$120k are offered.

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years of progressive tax experience, with supervisory or management experience.
• Experience in public accounting or as part of a multinational company's tax department.
• Strong expertise in business tax across various entity types.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction for the tax department, aligning with organizational goals.
• Lead and develop a team of tax professionals, overseeing performance and talent retention.
• Serve as a final reviewer for complex federal, state, local, and international tax filings.

Skills

Tax law expertise

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA certification

Master’s in Taxation (MTax)

Tools

CCH Axcess

ONESOURCE

SAP Tax

Job description

DTA Accountants is a longstanding tax and financial advisory firm based in Bellevue, Washington, delivering comprehensive services to businesses, individuals, trusts, and estates. With roots dating back to 2009, the firm has served clients for 17 years and has a respected reputation for individualized, unbiased financial and tax guidance supported by a highly skilled team. In 2024, DTA Accountants joined Archer Lewis as part of the organization’s expanding national network, becoming one of several regional firms integrated into the Archer Lewis alternative practice structure.

What You’ll Do

The Senior Tax Advisor is a key leadership role responsible for directing all facets of the tax function, including compliance, reporting, planning, and strategic guidance. You will lead complex client engagements or oversee comprehensive corporate tax operations, ensuring technical excellence and delivering high‑value advisory support. Your responsibilities include driving business growth by strengthening client relationships, optimizing tax strategies, and providing expert oversight to a broad team of tax professionals.

Strategic Leadership & Management

• Provide strategic direction for the tax department or practice area, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing team of tax professionals—managers, seniors, and staff—overseeing performance management, resource allocation, and talent retention.
• Foster a collaborative, growth‑focused environment that supports technical excellence and continuous development.

Technical Expertise & Compliance

• Serve as the final reviewer and subject‑matter expert for highly complex federal, state, local, and international tax filings across corporate, partnership, and individual entities.
• Ensure strict compliance with applicable tax laws, GAAP/IFRS standards, and internal control policies.
• Stay current on evolving tax legislation and guide the team in applying technical updates accurately.

Tax Planning & Advisory

• Develop and execute advanced tax planning strategies that reduce liabilities and improve overall tax efficiency for clients or the organization.
• Provide high‑level advisory support on complex transactions, restructurings, regulatory developments, and business initiatives.
• Act as a strategic partner to senior leadership or top‑tier clients, delivering insights that inform key decisions.

Audit Management & Controversy

• Lead and manage all federal and state tax audits, serving as the primary liaison with tax authorities such as the IRS and state agencies.
• Defend tax positions, negotiate resolutions, and guide clients or internal stakeholders through the audit and controversy process.

Business Development (Public Accounting)

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the tax advisory practice.
• Lead proposal development, pitch efforts, and expand existing client relationships.
• Strengthen the firm’s market presence by demonstrating deep expertise and building trust with prospective and current clients.

Tax Provision Oversight (Corporate)

• Oversee the full quarterly and annual income tax provision process in accordance with ASC 740.
• Ensure accurate reporting, documentation, and financial statement disclosures related to income taxes.
• Collaborate with finance and accounting leadership to support audit requirements and close financial timelines.

What You’ll Bring

Education

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
• CPA certification is mandatory for this leadership level role.
• A Master’s in Taxation (MTax) is strongly preferred.

Experience

• 8–10+ years of progressive tax experience, including significant time in a supervisory or management role.
• Experience within a large public accounting firm or the corporate tax department of a multinational company is highly desirable.
• Strong expertise in business tax and accounting across multiple entity types, including S corporations, partnerships, and C corporations.

Technical Skills

• Deep, up‑to‑date expertise in tax law, regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Strong proficiency with enterprise‑level tax technology platforms such as CCH Axcess, ONESOURCE, SAP Tax, and advanced data analysis tools.

Soft Skills

• Leadership & Influence: Exceptional leadership abilities with strong presentation, negotiation, and strategic thinking skills.
• Business Acumen: Demonstrated sound business judgment, an entrepreneurial mindset, and a proven ability to manage profitable engagements or departmental operations.
• Communication: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex concepts to C‑suite executives and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (Coverage begins on the first of the month following your start date.)
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) Matching Program
• Pre‑Tax Commuter Benefits
• Pet Insurance
• Unlimited Flexible Time Off7 Company‑Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Base salary of $100‑120k plus discretionary bonus (exact base salary amount will be dependent on experience)

Archer Lewis Story

Archer Lewis is a national accounting and advisory firm established in 2024 from local practice mergers, leveraging over 70 years of legacy. With 40 offices and over 450 professionals, we serve 150,000+ businesses. Our approach blends small‑firm relationships with national capabilities in bookkeeping, tax, advisory, and growth planning. We adapt to client preferences for in‑person or online interactions, ensuring they connect with professionals who understand their specific needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Archer Lewis is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer‑related), gender identity or expression, genetic information including sickle cell or hemoglobin C trait, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local law.

You are a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or possess other unrestricted U.S. work authorization and will not require sponsorship for U.S. work authorization now or anytime in the future.