Senior Tax Associate

Vaco Recruiter Services; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A Nashville-based organization seeks a Senior Tax Accountant to join its corporate tax team, offering broad exposure to tax provision, compliance, planning, and strategic projects.

The role involves preparing quarterly and annual ASC 740 provisions, reviewing federal returns, assisting with tax payments and forecasting, and collaborating with accounting, external advisors, and auditors. CPA preferred; 3–5 years of tax experience; Big 4 background a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA (or actively pursuing) strongly preferred.
• 3-5 years of progressive tax experience.
• Public accounting experience (Big 4, national, or regional firm) preferred.
• Experience with ASC 740 and federal corporate tax compliance.
• Strong analytical, research, and Excel skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and support quarterly and annual income tax provisions in accordance with ASC 740.
• Prepare and review federal income tax returns and related workpapers.
• Assist with tax reporting, estimated tax payments, and cash forecasting.
• Research federal tax issues and provide recommendations on technical matters.
• Partner with accounting and finance teams to ensure accurate tax reporting and compliance.
• Support tax planning initiatives, process improvements, and special projects.
• Collaborate with external advisors and auditors throughout the compliance and reporting process.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through automation and technology.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Research skills

Excel skills

Education

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

CPA (or actively pursuing)

Job description

Senior Tax Accountant | Nashville, TN

I'm partnering with a highly respected organization in Nashville to identify a Senior Tax Accountantto join its corporate tax team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to transition from public accounting into an in-house role with broad exposure to tax provision, compliance, planning, and strategic projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and support quarterly and annual income tax provisions in accordance with ASC 740.
• Prepare and review federal income tax returns and related workpapers.
• Assist with tax reporting, estimated tax payments, and cash forecasting.
• Research federal tax issues and provide recommendations on technical matters.
• Partner with accounting and finance teams to ensure accurate tax reporting and compliance.
• Support tax planning initiatives, process improvements, and special projects.
• Collaborate with external advisors and auditors throughout the compliance and reporting process.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through automation and technology.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA (or actively pursuing) strongly preferred.
• 3-5 years of progressive tax experience.
• Public accounting experience (Big 4, national, or regional firm) preferred.
• Experience with ASC 740 and federal corporate tax compliance.
• Strong analytical, research, and Excel skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Great opportunity to move from public accounting into a collaborative corporate tax team.
• Broad exposure across tax provision, compliance, planning, and strategic initiatives.
• Strong mentorship and long-term career growth potential.
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a stable, well-established organization.