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Senior Tax Accountant
Location: Flemington, NJ (Preferred) | Woodstown, NJ Considered
Schedule: Hybrid (3 Days In Office / 2 Days Remote After Onboarding)
Salary: $80,000 – $95,000
Join a Growing, Award-Winning CPA Firm
Our client is a Top 400 CPA Firm and a four-time Best Places to Work in New Jersey recipient that is expanding its Tax Practice due to continued growth. They are seeking a Senior Tax Accountant who is passionate about delivering exceptional client service, developing technically, and building a long-term career within a collaborative public accounting firm.
This role offers a hybrid work environment after onboarding, strong mentorship, leadership development, CPA support, tuition reimbursement, summer hours, and clear opportunities for advancement.
What You'll Do
- Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, trusts, and estates.
- Ensure client compliance while identifying tax planning opportunities to minimize current and future tax liabilities.
- Conduct tax research and prepare technical memorandums and client correspondence.
- Assist with ASC 740 (FAS 109/FIN 48) tax provisions and tax accrual engagements.
- Work closely with Tax Managers, Directors, and Partners on complex tax engagements.
- Develop strong client relationships through proactive communication and exceptional service.
- Mentor and support junior staff while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
- Utilize tax preparation, research, and workflow software to maximize engagement efficiency.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- 3 years of public accounting tax experience
- Experience preparing individual and business tax returns
- Strong technical, analytical, and communication skills
Preferred
- CPA or actively pursuing CPA certification
- Master's degree in Accounting or Taxation
- Experience with UltraTax, GoFileRoom, GoSystem RS, or similar tax software
Why Join?
- Top 400 CPA Firm
- Best Places to Work in New Jersey (4 consecutive years)
- Hybrid schedule after onboarding
- Growth-focused tax practice with strong leadership
- CPA exam support, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education
- Mission to Manager leadership development program
- Summer hours and flexible scheduling outside of busy season
- Competitive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and generous PTO
- Long-term career advancement opportunities within a collaborative, employee-focused culture
Busy Season: Approximately 52–56 hours per week during peak filing periods, with increased flexibility and hybrid scheduling outside of tax season.
Salary : $80,000 - $95,000