Senior Tax Associate

NorthPoint Search Group; Peachtree City (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthPoint Search Group partners with a regional CPA firm to recruit a Senior Tax Associate in Peachtree City, GA. The role concentrates on preparing complex individual, corporate, and partnership returns and supporting tax planning with high-quality client service.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of public accounting experience, CPA exam eligibility, and strong communication and organizational skills to manage deadlines and multiple engagements.

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 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.

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

Public accounting experience

Tax preparation

Communication skills

Time management

Education

CPA exam eligibility

Job description

Senior Tax Associate

• Peachtree City, GA

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

Peachtree City, GA

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.