Senior Tax Associate

AJ Chambers US; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AJ Chambers US is actively recruiting Tax Seniors for opportunities with CPA and public accounting firms across Texas.

We are seeking candidates with 2+ years of tax experience, strong US federal/state tax knowledge, and the ability to manage multiple client engagements while maintaining deadlines. Hybrid on-site arrangements may be available, with career progression across growing firms and national practices.

Qualifications

• Approximately 2+ years of tax experience is expected.
• Experience preparing and/or reviewing US federal and state tax returns.
• Experience working across multiple client engagements and deadlines.
• Strong knowledge of US taxation and compliance requirements.
• Strong communication, organizational and client-facing skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a tax team.
• Experience mentoring junior staff is advantageous.
• CPA/EA eligibility or progress toward qualification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for a variety of clients.
• Manage multiple tax engagements and deadlines.
• Review returns for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, trusts, and other entities.
• Research federal and state tax matters and assist with complex issues.
• Identify tax planning opportunities and support year-round tax matters.
• Communicate with clients regarding tax information, planning and compliance.
• Review work of Associates and junior staff; coach and develop juniors.
• Collaborate with managers, directors, and partners on complex engagements.

Skills

Tax compliance

Client-facing

Tax research

Mentoring

Education

CPA / EA eligibility

Job description

Working Arrangement: On-site / Hybrid opportunities available

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Opportunity

AJ Chambers is working with a number of CPA and public accounting firms across Texas that are looking to connect with experienced Tax professionals at the Senior level.

We are interested in speaking with Tax Seniors who may be actively considering a move, as well as those who are simply interested in understanding what opportunities are available across the Texas market.

Opportunities range from growing independent and regional CPA firms through to established national practices, with positions offering exposure to different client portfolios, greater responsibility, direct client interaction and opportunities for continued career progression.

Typical Responsibilities

Depending on the firm and position, responsibilities may include:

• Preparing and reviewing federal, state and local tax returns for a variety of clients.
• Managing multiple tax engagements and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Preparing and reviewing returns for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, trusts and other entities.
• Researching federal and state tax matters and assisting with more complex technical issues.
• Identifying tax planning opportunities and supporting clients with year-round tax matters.
• Communicating directly with clients regarding tax information, planning and compliance matters.
• Reviewing work completed by Associates and junior team members.
• Coaching and supporting the development of junior tax professionals.
• Working closely with Managers, Directors and Partners on complex engagements.
• Maintaining a strong understanding of changes to federal and state tax legislation.

We would be interested in speaking with professionals who have:

• Approximately 2+ years of tax experience, ideally within a CPA or public accounting firm.
• Experience preparing and/or reviewing US federal and state tax returns.
• Experience working across multiple client engagements and deadlines.
• Strong knowledge of US taxation and relevant compliance requirements.
• Strong communication, organizational and client-facing skills.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a wider tax team.
• Previous experience supporting or mentoring junior staff is advantageous.
• A CPA, EA, CPA eligibility or progress toward professional qualification is preferred but not necessarily required for every opportunity.

Experience within areas such as individual/HNW taxation, partnerships, corporations, real estate, private equity, financial services, international tax, SALT, trusts & estates or family office/private client services may also be relevant depending on the opportunity.

Locations

We work with CPA firms throughout Texas, with opportunities regularly arising across:

Houston | Dallas–Fort Worth | Austin | San Antonio | The Woodlands | Fort Worth | Plano | Frisco | Other Texas locations

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements may be available depending on the firm.

Interested in Exploring the Texas Tax Market?

Whether you're actively looking for a new position or simply interested in understanding what opportunities could be available, we'd be happy to have a confidential conversation.