We are looking for an experienced Sr. Tax Accountant to join a growing public accounting team in Roseland, New Jersey. This position is well suited for a detail-oriented tax accountant who enjoys balancing technical tax work with direct client interaction in a fast-moving, service-oriented environment. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to compliance, planning, and advisory engagements while partnering with colleagues across the firm to deliver thoughtful, accurate results.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and examine federal, state, and local tax filings for a range of business clients, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
- Perform tax research on complex issues and develop clear written summaries to support recommendations and client deliverables.
- Contribute to tax planning initiatives and year-round compliance projects spanning multiple industries and entity structures.
- Build strong working relationships with clients by providing timely communication, dependable follow-through, and high-quality service.
- Oversee competing priorities across several engagements while meeting deadlines in a deadline-driven public accounting setting.
- Partner with internal colleagues to assess tax matters, resolve issues, and provide practical guidance tailored to client needs.
- Use tax preparation and research technology to complete returns, analysis, and other engagement-related work efficiently.
- Identify opportunities to improve workflows and support initiatives that enhance team productivity and service quality.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a closely related field preferred.
- CPA or progress toward certification preferred.
- 3-5 years of tax experience within a public accounting environment.
- Background in financial services taxation is a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct tax research and prepare detailed technical documentation.
- Strong communication skills with a consistent client-service mindset.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Experience with tax compliance and provision software such as GoSystems and related tax tools preferred.
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