Senior Tax Associate

Specialized-Accounting-Services,-LL; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top Workplace award

Best Place to Work

Casual dress

Flexible scheduling

Tuition reimbursement

CPA bonus program

Monthly appreciation events

Work-life balance

Job summary

Specialized-Accounting-Services,-LL is seeking a Senior Tax Associate to join a top workplace in Wisconsin. You will manage federal and state corporate and individual returns across multiple jurisdictions and help clients minimize liabilities while planning ahead.

Success hinges on accuracy, client advisory skills, and staying current with IRS and state tax laws. You will build trusted relationships and deliver timely, compliant tax solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field is required.
• 3-5 years of experience preparing corporate and individual tax returns.
• Multi-state tax experience is required.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and UltraTax is preferred.
• Strong research skills and working knowledge of tax law and compliance.
• High accuracy, detail orientation and organization.
• Excellent client communication and advisory skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare federal and state corporate tax returns across multiple jurisdictions.
• Prepare income tax projections and identify planning opportunities.
• Research and respond to tax notices.
• Organize and analyze client financial information to ensure accurate reporting.
• Identify and apply tax deductions and credits to minimize liabilities.
• File tax returns electronically or on paper on behalf of clients.
• Advise clients on tax liabilities and compliance best practices.
• Stay current with IRS, state, and local tax laws.
• Establish, maintain, and update client records.

Skills

Multi-state tax experience

Client communication

Advisory skills

Research skills

Tax compliance knowledge

Organization

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

QuickBooks

UltraTax

Job description

Grow With Us! Senior Tax Associate Opportunity at a Top Workplace

Ready to take the next step in your tax career?
We’re looking for a Senior Tax Associate who thrives on complex problem-solving, multi-state tax preparation, and building trusted client relationships.

In this role, you’ll manage a variety of corporate and individual tax returns across multiple states and jurisdictions , while helping clients plan ahead, stay compliant, and minimize their tax liabilities.

Your success will be measured by your ability to deliver accurate, timely work, serve as a trusted advisor, and strengthen long-term client partnerships.

Join a team where your expertise is valued, your voice is heard, and your career can truly grow.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare federal and state corporate tax returns across multiple jurisdictions


• Prepare income tax projections and identify planning opportunities


• Research and respond to tax notices


• Organize and analyze client financial information to ensure accurate reporting


• Identify and apply tax deductions and credits to minimize liabilities


• File tax returns electronically or on paper on behalf of clients


• Advise clients on tax liabilities and compliance best practices


• Stay current with IRS, state, and local tax laws to ensure full compliance


• Establish, maintain, and update client records

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required


• 3-5 years of experience preparing corporate and individual tax returns


• Multi-state tax experience required


• Proficiency in QuickBooks and UltraTax preferred


• Strong research skills and working knowledge of tax law and compliance


• High level of accuracy, detail orientation, and organization


• Excellent client communication and advisory skills

Why SAS?

• Top Workplace - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel


• Best Place to Work - Kenosha County


• Casual dress & flexible scheduling


• Tuition reimbursement + CPA bonus program


• Monthly appreciation events & early dismissals


• Work-life balance you can count on