Senior Tax Associate

Company Description

From $140,000 a year

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Tax Associate to join our Pasadena Tax team.

This position offers a clear growth path to Manager within 1–2 years.

NO billable hours. Just one goal: helping our clients succeed through the value of our services.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review tax returns to ensure accuracy and compliance, including but not limited to Form 1040/1120/1120S/1065/990 and state income tax returns
• Prepare financial statements for clients
• Communicate with clients regarding tax matters and inquiries
• Work closely with the tax team to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality service
• Identify and address potential tax issues proactively
• Keep current on tax laws, regulations, and trends
• Document tax decisions and interactions in firm systems
• Support and execute tax planning strategies for clients

Requirements

• CPA or EA preferred
• 5 years of HANDS-ON U.S. tax prep and review experience
• Strong understanding of U.S. tax law and accounting principles
• Experience with tax software and accounting systems, CCH Axcess and QBO preferred
• Attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to handle multiple projects and hit deadlines
• A client-first mindset and problem-solving attitude
• Comfortable working independently and collaborating as part of a team
• A commitment to continuous learning and staying current in the field

About Us

We operate through two specialized companies working together as one integrated team to deliver a better client experience.

AC Harvest Strategies focuses on proactive tax planning and strategy—helping clients reduce taxes before year-end through customized, forward-looking plans.

A.M. CPAs, Inc. is a licensed CPA firm regulated by the CA State Board of Accountancy, responsible for tax compliance and execution, including high-quality tax preparation, accounting, and payroll.