Tax Senior - Client-Focused Advisor & Mentor

Smith + Howard; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith + Howard is seeking a Tax Senior based in Atlanta to work with client teams and understand their business needs. You will perform tax compliance, projections, and responses to tax notices while building strong client relationships.

The role requires 2–5 years of public accounting, GAAP knowledge, and CPA eligibility, with partnership guidance and staff mentoring available to help advance your career.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field required.
• CPA license strongly preferred.
• 2–5 years of public accounting experience preferred.
• Knowledge of GAAP and professional ethics essential.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review more complex tax returns for clients.
• Assist in tax compliance, projections and tax notices.
• Provide client service and build client relationships.
• Meet chargeable hour goals and deadlines in a team setting.
• Mentor and role model for tax staff; discuss tax issues with partners.

Skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Written and verbal communication

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Smith + Howard is seeking a Tax Senior based in Atlanta to work with client teams and understand their business needs. You will perform tax compliance, projections, and responses to tax notices while building strong client relationships.

The role requires 2–5 years of public accounting, GAAP knowledge, and CPA eligibility, with partnership guidance and staff mentoring available to help advance your career.