Tax Senior Associate

WebsterRogers LLP; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Dress for day policy

401(k) match

Parental leave

Paid holidays

PTO 3 weeks

Professional development

Leadership mentorship

Team retreats

Job summary

WebsterRogers LLP in Charleston, SC, seeks a Tax Senior Associate to elevate client service and ownership on engagements. You will prepare and review tax returns, support client engagements, and develop junior staff while advancing toward leadership roles.

The role emphasizes complex tax issues, research, and collaboration with the team across Charleston, Florence, or Bluffton offices. CPA eligibility and 2+ years of relevant tax experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; MS/MAcc preferred.
• CPA license or eligible to sit for the CPA exam.
• 2+ years of relevant tax experience including partnerships; Real Estate/Construction experience is a plus but not required.
• Basic supervisory experience preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Experience with tax research databases and tax compliance software.

Responsibilities

• Apply tax knowledge to intermediate level flow-through returns and complex individual returns.
• Apply strong analytical skills to business transactions.
• Perform reviews of individual and business tax returns while providing guidance to junior team members and interns.
• Research tax issues to identify options that align with client goals.
• Resolve open items and issues on assigned engagements.
• Manage engagement budgets and individual productivity; proactively identify efficiencies.
• Effectively manage and prioritize concurrent assignments through to completion.
• Guide and develop staff throughout engagements, offering timely, honest, and constructive feedback to support their growth.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Client relationship

Leadership potential

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

MS/MAcc preferred

CPA eligibility

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Tax research databases

Tax compliance software

Job description

Brief Description

The best of career potential, personal growth, lifestyle, and team converge at WebsterRogers, a leading tax and advisory practice in South Carolina. We are seeking a motivated Tax Senior Associate who’s ready to elevate their career while making a meaningful impact. This is an exciting opportunity for a tax professional ready to take on more ownership, deepen client relationships, and build toward a leadership track within the firm. This position is available in our Charleston, Florence or Bluffton Office.

Brief Description

The best of career potential, personal growth, lifestyle, and team converge at WebsterRogers, a leading tax and advisory practice in South Carolina. We are seeking a motivated Tax Senior Associate who’s ready to elevate their career while making a meaningful impact. This is an exciting opportunity for a tax professional ready to take on more ownership, deepen client relationships, and build toward a leadership track within the firm. This position is available in our Charleston, Florence or Bluffton Office.

In this role, you'll apply your tax knowledge and research skills to help clients navigate complex tax issues, ensure compliance, and identify opportunities to minimize their tax burden. You'll play a key role in preparing and reviewing tax filings, supporting client engagements, and as your experience grows, supervising and mentoring Tax Associates.

What You’ll Do

• Apply tax knowledge to intermediate level flow-through returns and complex individual returns


• Apply strong analytical skills to business transactions


• Perform reviews of individual and business tax returns while providing guidance to junior team members and interns


• Research tax issues to identify options that align with client goals


• Resolve open items and issues on assigned engagements


• Manage engagement budgets and individual productivity; proactively identify efficiencies


• Effectively manage and prioritize concurrent assignments through to completion


• Guide and develop staff throughout engagements, offering timely, honest, and constructive feedback to support their growth


• Serve as a buddy and role model through active participation in firm committees and events


• Contribute new ideas that improve outcomes for clients, the firm, and colleagues


• Other duties within scope of practic

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, MS/MAcc preferred


• CPA license or eligible to sit for the CPA exam


• 2+ years of relevant tax experience including partnerships; Real Estate/Construction experience is a plus but not required.


• Basic supervisory experience preferred


• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word and Outlook


• Experience with tax research databases and tax compliance software

Other Skills

• Strong analytical, research, and critical-thinking abilities


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills


• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and know when to elevate issues


• Comfortable delegating, training others, and collaborating in a team environment

We’re Proud To Offer

• Competitive compensation and performance bonus eligibility


• Flexible work options and \"dress for your day\" policy


• 401(k) match, parental leave, and comprehensive benefits


• 3 weeks of PTO to start, plus paid holidays and a July 4th week office closure


• Funded professional development and leadership mentorship


• Team retreats, diverse engagements, and community involvement


• Direct access to firm leadership


• The opportunity to grow and shape the future of WebsterRogers