What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Tax Accountant position at 360 Recruiter Accelerator?
Our client is seeking an experienced Individual Tax Manager to join their team. This person will be responsible for preparing, reviewing, and signing individual tax returns, including more complex 1040s involving Schedule C, Schedule E, K-1s, rental property, and foreign income reporting.
This role offers a unique annual schedule with heavier hours during tax season and significantly lighter periods during the rest of the year.
Estimated annual workload is approximately 1,300–1,400 hours per year
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CPA or tax professional who enjoys client interaction, wants meaningful responsibility, and is looking for a calmer, more balanced environment than a traditional public accounting grind.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and review individual tax returns, primarily Forms 1040
- Handle returns involving Schedule C, Schedule E, rental property, and K-1 income
- Work with partnership and S-Corp K-1s
- Assist with foreign income recognition and related reporting, including FBAR/Form 114
- Interact directly with clients in a professional, service-oriented manner
- Review work prepared by other tax preparers
- Coach, encourage, and support junior or less experienced preparers
- Return completed tax filings to clients and sign returns as appropriate
- Collaborate with the owner and team to ensure clients are assigned to the right tax professional
- Maintain high standards of accuracy, responsiveness, and client care
- Contribute to a positive, team-oriented culture
What We’re Looking For
Required Qualifications
- CPA or seasoned tax professional with strong individual tax experience
- At least 5 years of tax experience
- At least 5 completed tax seasons preparing personal 1040 returns
- Strong experience with: Individual 1040 tax returns, Schedule C, Schedule E, etc.
- Partnership and S-Corp K-1s
- Foreign income recognition
- FBAR/Form 114 reporting
- Ability to work independently and manage client interactions
- Strong communication skills, high attention to detail and a genuine love for serving people and building client relationships
Preferred Background
- Experience in a private CPA firm or regional/local public accounting firm
- Big 4 or larger firm experience with a desire for a more balanced, people-centered environment
- Prior experience reviewing returns or coaching preparers
- Interest in growing into a larger leadership role over time
Salary : $80,000 - $90,000