Senior Tax Associate

AT Recruitment (ATR); Alpharetta (GA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

AT Recruitment (ATR) partners with an established public accounting firm outside of Atlanta to add a Senior Tax Accountant to its team. The ideal candidate has at least two years of public accounting experience, enjoys working with diverse clients, tackles tax challenges, and builds long-term professional relationships.

The role features a hybrid schedule (three days onsite, two remote) with a base salary of $70,000–$100,000 annually, DOE, plus benefits and opportunities for advancement and CPA

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• At least 2 years of tax experience working within a public accounting firm.
• Hands-on experience preparing both individual and business income tax returns.
• Working knowledge of federal and state income tax requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage several projects simultaneously.
• Effective communication skills and a collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare individual and business tax returns, including federal and state filings for partnerships, S corporations, and C corporations.
• Coordinate tax assignments and manage deadlines across multiple client accounts.
• Work closely with clients to obtain documentation, answer tax questions, and ensure accurate reporting.
• Support tax planning initiatives and identify opportunities to improve clients' tax positions.
• Partner with senior leadership on client engagements and more involved tax matters.
• Help streamline internal processes and improve the efficiency of tax preparation workflows.
• Keep up with evolving tax legislation and compliance requirements.

Skills

Tax accounting

Public accounting experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Job description

Senior Tax Accountant | Public Accounting

Schedule: 3 Days In-Office / 2 Days Remote

Salary: $70,000–$100,000 annually (DOE)

Job Type: Full-Time

Experience: 2+ Years in Public Accounting

Take the Next Step in Your Tax Career

Are you a tax professional looking for a firm where you can continue developing your expertise without sacrificing work-life balance?

We're partnering with an established public accounting firm outside of Atlanta, that's looking to add a Senior Tax Accountant to its team. This opportunity is ideal for someone with at least two years of public accounting experience who enjoys working with a variety of clients, tackling tax challenges, and building long-term professional relationships. With a supportive team, opportunities for advancement, and a hybrid schedule, this role offers an excellent environment for continued career growth.

What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out?

• Competitive Compensation: $70K–$100K base salary, depending on experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package.
• Flexible Hybrid Schedule: Work remotely two days per week and collaborate onsite three days per week.
• Summer Fridays Off: Enjoy Fridays off during the summer months.
• Reasonable Busy-Season Expectations: Maximum of 55 hours per week during peak tax season.
• Clear Growth Opportunities: Professional mentorship, ongoing development, and a defined path for advancement.
• CPA Support: Assistance and encouragement for team members pursuing their CPA designation.
• People-First Culture: Employee appreciation activities, community involvement, and company events throughout the year.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Senior Tax Accountant, you'll play an important role in supporting the firm's tax department.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Preparing individual and business tax returns, including federal and state filings for partnerships, S corporations, and C corporations.
• Coordinating tax assignments and managing competing deadlines across multiple client accounts.
• Working closely with clients to obtain documentation, answer tax-related questions, and ensure accurate reporting.
• Supporting tax planning initiatives and identifying opportunities to improve clients' overall tax positions.
• Partnering with senior leadership on client engagements and more involved tax matters.
• Helping streamline internal processes and improve the efficiency of tax preparation workflows.
• Keeping up with evolving tax legislation and compliance requirements.

What We're Looking For

We're interested in candidates who bring a strong foundation in public accounting and are ready to continue growing their technical and client-facing skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• At least 2 years of tax experience working within a public accounting firm.
• Hands-on experience preparing both individual and business income tax returns.
• Working knowledge of federal and state income tax requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage several projects simultaneously.
• Effective communication skills and a collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset.

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus

• CPA or EA designation, or currently working toward either certification.
• Previous involvement in reviewing tax returns or helping develop junior team members.
• Familiarity with tax planning for privately held companies and high-net-worth individuals.