Senior Tax CPA - Client-Focused Growth & Leadership Path

Trueline Publishing, LLC; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Trueline Publishing, LLC in Louisville, KY, is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant / CPA to prepare federal and state individual income tax returns, provide tax planning, and build lasting client relationships within a boutique practice.

The role emphasizes hands-on work, deadline ownership, and growth toward leadership on a small team; CPAs and Enrolled Agents with strong communication and detail orientation are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• License as CPA or Enrolled Agent.
• Experience independently preparing individual income tax returns (Schedule C/E).
• Strong attention to detail and deadline management.
• Clear, professional client communication and service mindset.
• Willingness to work additional hours during tax season (around 50 hours/week).

Responsibilities

• Prepare federal and state individual income tax returns, including self-employment and rental properties.
• Manage an assigned client workload and meet filing deadlines.
• Communicate with clients to gather information and support tax planning.
• Prepare partnership, S-corp, and trust returns based on experience.
• Collaborate with wealth management professionals on coordinated tax planning.
• Use cloud-based tax tools for accurate, efficient work.
• Review returns and contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Tax preparation

Schedule C/E

Attention to detail

Client communication

Tax season hours

Education

CPA license or Enrolled Agent credential

Tools

CCH Axcess Tax

Liscio

SurePrep

Job description

Trueline Publishing, LLC in Louisville, KY, is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant / CPA to prepare federal and state individual income tax returns, provide tax planning, and build lasting client relationships within a boutique practice.

The role emphasizes hands-on work, deadline ownership, and growth toward leadership on a small team; CPAs and Enrolled Agents with strong communication and detail orientation are encouraged to apply.