Tax Senior - CPA, Tax Senior, Individual Returns

CyberCoders; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CyberCoders is seeking a detail-oriented Tax & Audit Senior in Columbus to lead tax compliance and audit engagements for a diverse client base. You will prepare and review returns for individuals, partnerships, and corporations, oversee fieldwork and reporting, and mentor junior staff to ensure timely, accurate client service.

The role requires strong technical tax and audit knowledge, excellent communication, and the ability to manage multiple engagements and client relationships.

Qualifications

• CPA designation preferred or in-progress; active license a plus.
• 3+ years of experience as a Tax Senior, Audit Senior, or similar role at a public accounting firm.
• Proven experience preparing and reviewing individual returns, partnerships returns, corporate returns, and other business returns.
• Strong experience with tax return prep and review processes and tax compliance workflows.
• Demonstrated experience leading audits, reviews or other attest engagements.
• Working knowledge of tax research tools and accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review and finalize individual tax returns (1040 series) including associated schedules and analyses.
• Prepare and review partnership (1065), corporate (1120/1120S) and other business returns.
• Lead audit and review engagements, perform substantive testing, document findings, and prepare reports.
• Oversee and mentor junior staff and Tax Seniors; delegate tasks and provide feedback.
• Perform technical tax research and provide recommendations on planning opportunities and compliance matters.
• Coordinate with clients to gather information, communicate findings, and resolve issues.
• Ensure quality control and compliance with firm policies and standards.
• Manage engagement timelines and budgets, escalate issues to partners when necessary.
• Utilize tax software and accounting systems to prepare returns and schedules.
• Contribute to business development efforts by identifying cross-selling opportunities.

Skills

CPA designation

Client-facing communication

Audit leadership

Tax knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance

Masters in Taxation (plus)

Tools

UltraTax

ProSeries

Drake

Lacerte

Job description

Tax & Audit Senior

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Tax & Audit Senior to join our firm and lead tax compliance and audit engagements for a diverse portfolio of clients. The Tax & Audit Senior will prepare and review individual, partnership, corporate and other business tax returns, oversee audit and review fieldwork, provide technical tax research and planning support, and mentor junior staff to ensure timely, accurate delivery of client services. This role requires strong technical tax and audit knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple engagements and client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review and finalize individual tax returns (1040 series) including preparation (Prep) of associated schedules and analyses
• Prepare and review partnership (1065), corporate (1120/1120S) and other business returns accurately and on deadline
• Lead audit and review engagements, perform substantive testing, document findings, and prepare audit documentation and reports
• Oversee and mentor junior staff and Tax Seniors; delegate tasks, review workpapers, and provide feedback to support professional development
• Perform technical tax research and provide recommendations on tax planning opportunities, positions, and compliance matters
• Coordinate with clients to gather information, communicate findings, and resolve complex tax and audit issues
• Ensure quality control, compliance with firm policies, professional standards, and applicable tax and accounting regulations
• Manage engagement timelines and budgets, track progress, and elevate issues to partners when necessary
• Utilize tax software and accounting systems to prepare returns, workpapers and supporting schedules; ensure proper version control and documentation
• Contribute to business development efforts by identifying cross-selling opportunities and supporting proposal and client retention activities

Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation preferred or in-progress; active license a plus
• 3+ years of experience as a Tax Senior, Audit Senior, or similar role at a public accounting firm
• Proven experience preparing and reviewing Individual Returns, Partnerships Returns, corporate returns (1120/1120S), and other Business Returns
• Strong experience with tax return Prep and Review processes and tax compliance workflows
• Demonstrated experience leading audits, reviews or other attest engagements
• Working knowledge of tax research tools, tax software (e.g., UltraTax, ProSeries, Drake, Lacerte), and accounting systems
• Excellent technical tax knowledge, analytical skills, and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with client-facing experience
• Ability to manage multiple engagements, meet deadlines, and supervise junior team members
• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance required; Masters in Taxation or advanced degree is a plus