Tax Senior Associate

eZone Staffing LLC; New Jersey; On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Continuing education credits

Health insurance

Job summary

eZone Staffing LLC is seeking a Tax Senior with at least 5 years of CPA-firm tax experience to join our growing team in New Jersey. You will work hands-on with complex returns for commercial real estate partnerships, construction companies, manufacturers, distributors, and other closely held businesses.

This role is client-focused and US multi-state tax, with no international or SEC work. You will review and prepare returns (1065, 1120S, 1040/1041 for high-net-worth individuals), mentor staff,

Qualifications

• 5+ years in CPA firm tax, including 1065/1120S and high net worth 1040/1041.
• CPA license required or CPA firm background; CCH software is a must.
• Experience with multi-state tax prep and real estate/construction industries.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review complex federal and state tax returns for partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, and high-net-worth individuals.
• Handle multi-state filing requirements, nexus considerations, and allocation/apportionment issues.
• Research and resolve tax questions for clients proactively.
• Manage workflow, meet deadlines, and communicate clearly with clients and partners.
• Supervise staff as needed; support tax planning, projections, and transactional matters.

Skills

Tax preparation

Reviewing complex returns

Multi-state tax

Client communication

Education

CPA certification

Tools

CCH ProSystem fx

Job description

Job Description

We are a growing firm seeking a Tax Senior with at least 5 years of CPA-firm tax experience. CPA preferred, not required with strong skills in reviewing and preparing complex returns for commercial real estate partnerships, construction companies, manufacturers, distributors, and other closely held businesses.

About the Role

What You’ll Work On
You’ll be hands-on with a mix of clients in industries that require real technical depth, including:

• Commercial real estate partnerships
• Construction contractors and developers
• Manufacturing and distribution companies
• Closely held businesses across multiple states

This role does not involve:

• International tax
• Public company or SEC work
• Big-firm siloed specialization
• If that’s your background or interest, this isn’t the right fit.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and review complex federal and state income tax returns for partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, and high-net-worth individuals

• Handle multi-state filing requirements, nexus considerations, and allocation/apportionment issues
• Research and resolve tax questions for clients proactively
• Manage workflow, meet deadlines, and communicate clearly with clients and partners
• Supervise staff as needed
• Support tax planning, projections, and transactional matters

Required Qualifications

• Tax Senior- minimum 5+ years’ experience preparing 1065, 1120S, all types including high net worth individual 1040, 1041.
• Must have CPA firm only experience.
• CPA license and CCH software is must
• Multi state tax prep experience
• Must also have accounting chops to handle year end workpapers for primarily tax basis financials.
• Real estate, wholesale distribution, construction industry exposure.
• Not seeking Tax Managers.
• This is a client centric, high net worth client base, great communication skills
• $110-120+ for the right person.
• Solid working knowledge of CCH ProSystem fx and tax research tools

What We Offer

• A stable client base of closely-held businesses
• Direct exposure to decision-makers at closely held businesses
• A firm culture that values accountability, professionalism, and client service
• Competitive compensation, benefits and opportunities for long-term growth

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Continuing education credits
• Health insurance

Work Location: In person