Tax Senior - McDonough, GA

RBA Tax Advisors; McDonough (GA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three weeks of paid time off (PTO)

Annual $10,000 bonus

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A professional tax services firm in McDonough, GA is seeking a Tax Senior to manage tax projects and provide client-focused support. The ideal candidate will have 3-4 years of experience in public accounting, possess a CPA or EA designation, and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills. This role offers a supportive hybrid environment with a focus on professional growth and family balance. Enjoy a competitive salary and a yearly bonus.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of experience in public accounting.
• Experience managing a small team.
• Skilled in overseeing tax projects from start to finish.

Responsibilities

• Manage tax projects, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met.
• Coordinate with managers and mentor junior staff.
• Review tax documents and conduct necessary research.

Skills

Corporate tax knowledge

Detail-oriented

Client relationship skills

Tax planning collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/tax/finance

CPA or EA designation

Tools

Zoom

QuickBooks Online

Microsoft 365

Job description

Tax Senior – McDonough, GA

Hybrid | $75 K–$95 K | Local Travel

Are you a tax professional who’s passionate about making an impact beyond just the numbers? If you believe in connecting taxes to a larger financial picture, discovering unique strategies, and truly making a difference in clients' lives, this is the role for you.

At RBA, we don’t just work with numbers; we work with people. Our team provides the flexibility you need to structure your work around your life. Whether you’re there for your kids' milestones or advancing your career, we have the systems and support in place to help you achieve both.

Our Values

• Accountability: We work with our clients, addressing questions and concerns promptly.
• Resourcefulness: We discover unique, client‑tailored tax‑saving strategies to maximize their financial potential.
• Big Picture Thinking: We help clients connect their taxes to a larger financial strategy that serves both their personal and business goals.
• Compassion: We value where each client—and team member—is coming from and work to help them achieve their goals.
• Community Impact: More financial resources mean greater influence and impact. We help clients turn their financial resources into something meaningful for their community.
• Education: We empower clients by helping them understand their finances and their impact.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Work with Purpose: At RBA, your work has a purpose. We don’t just preserve the status quo like traditional CPAs; we proactively discover real tax‑saving opportunities.
• Professional Growth: We provide opportunities for continued learning and career advancement, with the flexibility to fit your personal and family life.
• Supportive Culture: We live what we preach. Just as we help our clients achieve their dreams, we ensure our team members have the support they need to pursue their own.

Your Role

As a Tax Senior, you will be the manager’s main support.

This role manages tax projects from start to finish, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met while delivering high‑quality, client‑ready work. It involves coordinating with managers, tracking progress, mentoring junior staff, and maintaining clear documentation.

The position requires strong technical expertise to review tax documents, make necessary adjustments, conduct research, and resolve minor issues independently—all with minimal rework. It also includes building strong client relationships through proactive communication, financial guidance, and attentive, service‑focused support.

You're a Great Fit If

• You love finding unique ways to save clients money on their taxes.
• You have a strong understanding of tax code, especially for businesses.
• You enjoy collaborating with clients year‑round on tax planning.
• You take pride in preparing and reviewing returns that showcase tax savings.
• You’re detail‑oriented and enjoy spotting potential tax issues.
• Most importantly, you’re seeking a firm that values the balance between your career and your time with family.

Requirements

• 3-4 years of experience working with corporate, partnership, and individual income tax returns in a public accounting firm.
• 1+ year managing a small team.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/tax/finance.
• CPA or EA designation or passed several parts of CPA exam.
• Access to strong Wi‑Fi.
• A dedicated professional workspace at home or at a physical office.
• Skilled in managing tax projects from inception to completion, including setting priorities, tracking tasks, and adhering to timelines.
• Experience with tracking project status and budget metrics.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain effective client relationships.
• Confidence in advising and coaching clients on tax and financial matters.
• Software skills required: Zoom, QuickBooks Online, and Microsoft 365 products.
• Software skills preferred: UltraTaxCS and Canopy Tax (training will be provided if needed).

What We Offer

• Three (3) weeks of paid time off (PTO).
• Firm and observed holidays, including the December holiday week.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Personal development program.
• $10,000 annual bonus.
• Hybrid working environment.

How to Apply

Ready to join a firm where you don’t have to choose between your career and your family? Here’s what happens next:

• Submit your application here along with your resume.
• Initial interview.
• In‑depth background interview.
• A technical assessment.

We can’t wait to meet you and see how you can grow with us at RBA, where your work has purpose and your family life matters!

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