Senior Tax Preparer

Jobot; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Leadership exposure

Diverse tax engagements

Mentor juniors

Strong reputation

Collaborative culture

Growth opportunities

Peak-season hours cap

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Tax Preparer in Woodland Hills, CA, offering a hybrid schedule and permanent role with a salary range of $90,000 to $105,000 per year. The position requires 5-7+ years of public accounting tax experience, with proficiency in Lacerte and QuickBooks. CPA or EA is a plus.

The successful candidate will prepare diverse federal and state returns and mentor junior staff. Join a relationship-driven public accounting firm that values technical excellence, collaboration, and

Qualifications

• Public accounting tax experience: 5-7+ years.
• CPA or EA designation is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Tax, Finance, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare complex federal and state tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, LLCs, trusts, estates, and other entities.
• Review tax returns prepared by staff accountants and junior tax preparers.
• Conduct tax research and resolve technical tax issues.
• Assist clients with tax planning opportunities and compliance matters.
• Communicate directly with clients to gather documentation and address tax-related questions.
• Analyze financial records and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Work closely with partners on special tax projects and consulting engagements.
• Maintain current knowledge of changing tax laws and regulations.
• Support workflow management and completion of tax engagements during busy season.

Skills

Public accounting tax experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Tax/Finance

CPA or EA designation (plus)

Tools

Lacerte Tax Software

QuickBooks

Job description

Senior Tax Preparer

$90000 - $105000 per year | Woodland Hills, CA | Hybrid | Permanent

Hybrid Sr. Tax Preparer | Woodland Hills, CA | $90-$105k

A bit about us:

We are a growing, relationship-driven public accounting firm that partners with a diverse portfolio of individuals, closely held businesses, and entrepreneurial clients. Our team values technical excellence, collaboration, and delivering personalized service that helps clients navigate complex financial and tax matters with confidence.

With a supportive leadership team and a boutique-firm environment, professionals have the opportunity to work directly with decision-makers, gain exposure to a wide range of tax engagements, and build meaningful long-term client relationships. We pride ourselves on maintaining a collaborative culture where contributions are recognized, professional growth is encouraged, and quality client service remains at the center of everything we do.

Why join us?

• Hybrid work flexibility available
• Direct exposure to firm leadership and partners
• Diverse and sophisticated tax engagements
• Opportunity to review and mentor the work of junior staff
• Stable, growing firm with a strong reputation and increasing client demand
• Collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Clear opportunity for long-term professional growth
• Reasonable expectations outside of busy season, with peak season hours generally capped at approximately 60 hours per week

Job Details

Responsibilities:

• Prepare complex federal and state tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, LLCs, trusts, estates, and other entities
• Review tax returns prepared by staff accountants and junior tax preparers
• Conduct tax research and resolve technical tax issues
• Assist clients with tax planning opportunities and compliance matters
• Communicate directly with clients to gather documentation and address tax-related questions
• Analyze financial records and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness
• Work closely with partners on special tax projects and consulting engagements
• Maintain current knowledge of changing tax laws and regulations
• Support workflow management and completion of tax engagements during busy season

Qualifications:

• 5-7+ years of recent public accounting tax experience
• Experience working within a small to mid-sized CPA firm preferred
• Strong knowledge of federal and state tax compliance
• Ability to prepare multiple types of tax returns with minimal supervision
• Prior experience reviewing tax returns prepared by staff
• Proficiency with Lacerte Tax Software
• Strong QuickBooks experience
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Tax, Finance, or related field preferred
• CPA or EA designation is a plus

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