Senior Tax Accountant

We are seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to support private companies, individuals, and nonprofit organizations across corporate, individual, partnership and pass-through, multi-jurisdictional, and trust and estate taxation. Reporting to the Tax Director, this role will lead tax preparation, compliance, planning, and research while mentoring junior staff and using CCH Axcess and Excel to deliver accurate, timely client service. Temporary position to last until April 15, 2027, with the possibility of receiving a year-round job offer at the end of tax season.

Responsibilities

• Prepare federal, state, local, corporate, individual, partnership, pass-through, trust, and estate tax returns.
• Manage tax compliance activities for private companies, individuals, and nonprofit organizations.
• Develop and support tax planning strategies across multiple jurisdictions.
• Conduct tax research and analyze the impact of applicable tax laws and regulations.
• Use CCH Axcess and Microsoft Excel to prepare, review, and organize tax data.
• Communicate tax matters and recommendations clearly to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Mentor junior staff and provide guidance on tax engagements and technical matters.

Required Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in tax accounting.
• Oregon Licensed Tax Consultant (LTC) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credential.
• Experience with tax preparation software (CCH Axcess Preferred)
• Knowledge of federal taxation and state taxation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is a must
• Strong analytical thinking and client communication skills.
• Ability to lead and mentor team members.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Small, growing CPA Tax office looking for additional support for the upcoming tax season. We are #1 on Google in our area and have a great work environment.