Tax Senior Associate

Harding, Shymanski & Company, P.S.C.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong emphasis on people development

Exposure to advisory services

Collaborative culture

Opportunities for training

Job summary

A regional accounting firm in Louisville is seeking a Tax Senior Associate to join its growing Tax team. This role involves preparing and reviewing federal and state tax returns, executing client assignments, and supervising junior team members. Ideal candidates should possess a CPA or Enrolled Agent license and have 2–5 years of public accounting tax experience. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for managing multiple projects and building client relationships.

Qualifications

• CPA or Enrolled Agent license completed or actively in progress.
• 2–5 years of public accounting tax experience.
• Solid understanding of federal and state tax laws and accounting principles.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to coach and develop junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review a wide range of federal and state tax returns.
• Execute client assignments from planning through completion.
• Identify and resolve errors or issues quickly.
• Apply tax law and accounting knowledge to client situations.
• Assist in supervising, training, and mentoring associates.
• Serve as a day-to-day point of contact for clients.

Skills

Client relationship management

Tax law knowledge

Organizational skills

Coaching and development

Education

BA in Accounting or similar field

Job description

Harding, Shymanski & Company is a regional accounting and consulting firm serving profitable, privately held businesses with a strong focus on relationships, quality, and advisory‑minded solutions. We are currently seeking a Tax Senior Associate to join our growing Louisville Tax team.

Position Overview

The Tax Senior Associate is responsible for executing and completing client assignments while assisting in the supervision and development of team members. This role is ideal for a motivated professional who enjoys client interaction, takes ownership of work quality, and is ready to grow into increased leadership responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review a wide range of federal and state tax returns, including individual, partnership, and corporate returns
• Execute client assignments from planning through completion while meeting deadlines and budget expectations
• Identify and resolve errors or issues quickly and thoroughly
• Apply appropriate tax law and accounting knowledge to client situations
• Assist in supervising, training, and mentoring associates
• Serve as a day‑to‑day point of contact for clients and manage ongoing client relationships
• Identify tax planning opportunities during compliance work and communicate them to the engagement team
• Participate in engagement planning meetings and provide meaningful input
• Actively collaborate with team members and contribute to a positive, solutions‑oriented culture

Qualifications

• CPA or Enrolled Agent license completed or actively in progress
• 2–5 years of public accounting tax experience
• Solid understanding of federal and state tax laws and accounting principles
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to coach and develop junior team members
• BA in Accounting or similar field of study

Why HSC?

• Strong emphasis on people development, mentorship, and career growth
• Exposure to advisory services and non‑compliance projects
• Collaborative culture that values balance, integrity, and teamwork
• Opportunities to participate in industry teams, training, and firm initiatives