Senior Tax Associate

NorthPoint Search Group; Metairie (LA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthPoint Search Group in Metairie, LA is seeking a Senior Tax Associate with 3+ years of public accounting tax experience to prepare complex individual, corporate, and partnership returns and to support tax planning.

This full-time, hybrid-position offers a collaborative, client-focused environment that emphasizes technical growth, adherence to firm standards, and delivering high-quality work under deadlines.

Qualifications

• CPA eligibility or CPA preferred with 3+ years in public accounting tax.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines under pressure.
• Excellent organizational and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare complex individual, corporate, and partnership income tax returns.
• Analyze tax issues and provide conclusions based on technical understanding.
• Prepare quarterly and year-end estimates to support client tax planning.
• Perform diversified accounting, auditing, and tax assignments under supervision.
• Demonstrate strong technical skills, high-quality work, and adherence to firm standards.
• Meet time constraints and client deadlines consistently.
• Assist staff associates with technical questions and workflow.
• Begin developing strong client relationships through reliability and service.
• Participate in firm training to continue developing technical knowledge.
• Provide excellent client service through accuracy, responsiveness, and attention to detail.
• Conduct tax research and utilize firm reference tools effectively.

Skills

CPA eligibility

Public accounting

Communication skills

Under pressure

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Senior Tax Associate

• Metairie, LA (Optional Hybrid)

Who: An experienced tax professional with at least three years of public accounting experience and eligibility to sit for the CPA exam.

What: Prepares complex tax returns, supports tax planning, performs diverse tax and accounting assignments, and provides high-quality client service.

When: Full-time position available immediately.

Where: Metairie, LA

Why: To strengthen the tax team by delivering accurate, timely tax preparation and contributing to client satisfaction and long-term relationships.

Office Environment: A collaborative, professional setting focused on technical growth, teamwork, and delivering exceptional client service.

Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience.

Position Overview:

The Senior Tax Associate prepares complex individual, corporate, and partnership tax returns; supports accounting and tax projects; assists junior staff; and contributes to strong client relationships through quality work and tax research.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare complex individual, corporate, and partnership income tax returns.
• Analyze tax issues and provide conclusions based on technical understanding.
• Prepare quarterly and year-end estimates to support client tax planning.
• Perform diversified accounting, auditing, and tax assignments under supervision.
• Demonstrate strong technical skills, high-quality work, and adherence to firm standards.
• Meet time constraints and client deadlines consistently.
• Assist staff associates with technical questions and workflow.
• Begin developing strong client relationships through reliability and service.
• Participate in firm training to continue developing technical knowledge.
• Provide excellent client service through accuracy, responsiveness, and attention to detail.
• Conduct tax research and utilize firm reference tools effectively.

Qualifications:

• Meets all requirements to sit for the CPA exam (CPA preferred).
• Minimum of three years of public accounting experience with increasing complexity in tax preparation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize a heavy workload.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively.