Remote Senior Tax Accountant/Tax Preparer

Senior Tax Accountant / Tax Preparer – Remote (U.S.)

Salary: $90,000 – $120,000 annually, depending on experience

Location: Jacksonville, FL | Fully Remote Opportunities Available Across the U.S.

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Public Accounting / Tax Advisory

CPA / EA: Advantages but not required

About the Opportunity

We are partnering with an established, boutique CPA and tax advisory firm in Jacksonville, Florida, seeking an experienced Senior Tax Accountant / Tax Preparer to join its team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong tax professional who enjoys hands-on preparation, working directly with clients and taking ownership of tax engagements from start to finish.

Unlike traditional Tax Manager positions, this role is focused primarily on tax preparation rather than reviewing other professionals' work or managing a team.

The firm works with a diverse portfolio of privately held businesses, individuals and other entities, offering the opportunity to work on varied and technically interesting tax matters.

The successful candidate will join an experienced, collaborative team and have the opportunity to take ownership of their work without unnecessary layers of management.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently prepare federal and applicable state tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, trusts and nonprofit organizations.
• Prepare returns including Forms 1040, 1041, 1065, 1120 and 990, as applicable.
• Work directly with clients to obtain tax documentation, clarify information and resolve outstanding questions.
• Review financial information and supporting schedules to ensure accurate tax return preparation.
• Navigate QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop to obtain financial information and make necessary adjustments.
• Prepare and post journal entries and adjusting entries where required.
• Identify missing information, discrepancies and potential tax compliance issues.
• Manage assigned tax preparation work independently, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
• Communicate effectively with clients and internal team members regarding deadlines and outstanding requirements.
• Support a smooth transition of existing client responsibilities through an initial handover period.

Requirements

• Proven experience preparing individual and business tax returns within a CPA firm, public accounting practice or similar professional tax environment.
• Strong hands-on experience with Forms 1040, 1041, 1065 and 1120; experience with Form 990 is highly desirable.
• Ability to independently prepare returns with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online, with the ability to navigate QuickBooks Desktop files.
• Experience preparing adjusting journal entries and working with financial statements.
• Strong understanding of federal tax compliance requirements.
• Comfortable communicating directly with clients and requesting financial information.
• Excellent attention to detail, time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple client engagements and deadlines.

Qualifications

• CPA or Enrolled Agent (EA) designation is advantageous but not essential.
• Candidates actively pursuing their CPA or who have completed some CPA examinations are encouraged to apply.
• Practical tax preparation experience and technical proficiency will be prioritized over formal credentials.

Remote Working Arrangements

The firm offers fully remote opportunities for candidates based outside the Jacksonville area.

• Remote employees will collaborate with the team through Zoom and other virtual communication tools.
• Occasional in-person visits to Jacksonville may be required throughout the year.
• Candidates based locally in Jacksonville should expect an onsite working arrangement.
• Applicants must be comfortable working independently and maintaining direct client communication.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $90,000 – $120,000 annually, depending on experience.
• Opportunity to work remotely for candidates outside Jacksonville.
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of individual and business tax clients.
• Direct interaction with experienced firm principals.
• Potential employer support toward obtaining a CPA qualification.
• Additional benefits: [TO BE CONFIRMED]

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This role is ideal for an experienced tax professional who enjoys the technical side of public accounting and prefers preparing returns over managing people.

You'll have the opportunity to work with an established client base, take ownership of your assignments and contribute directly to a smaller, hands-on accounting practice.

If you're a Senior Tax Accountant, Tax Preparer, Tax Specialist or experienced Enrolled Agent looking for a new opportunity with remote flexibility, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Kyla Morgan at Smart4Energy Talent for a confidential conversation.