Senior Tax Accountant Job at Confidential, Bridgeville, PA

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  • Confidential
  • Bridgeville, PA

Job Description

The Senior Tax Accountant is responsible for delivering high-quality tax compliance and advisory services within a regional professional services firm. This role focuses on three primary responsibilities: preparing complex tax returns across multiple entity types, conducting technical tax research to ensure accuracy and compliance, and supporting staff development while serving as a resource for tax-related matters. This position is critical to ensuring accurate filings, maintaining regulatory compliance, and providing value-added insights to clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare complex tax returns including corporate, S-corporation, partnership, nonprofit, and individual filings

• Conduct tax research to support accurate reporting and resolve complex tax issues

• Prepare income tax projections and quarterly estimated tax calculations

• Assist in the preparation of tax provisions and accrual workpapers

• Gather, organize, and analyze client financial information for tax preparation

• Apply knowledge of tax law and regulations to ensure compliance and accuracy

• Serve as a technical resource to junior staff on tax-related questions and issues

• Act as a point of contact for client inquiries and information requests

• Support training and development of junior team members

• Manage multiple engagements and deadlines effectively

• Ensure efficient use of resources and adherence to firm processes and standards

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements:

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

• CPA, CPA candidate, or IRS Enrolled Agent (EA) required

• Minimum of 3–5 years of professional accounting experience

• Prior experience in public accounting preferred

• Experience preparing a variety of tax returns (corporate, partnership, individual) required

Special Requirements:

• Active CPA license, CPA candidacy, or IRS Enrolled Agent (EA) designation

• Strong understanding of federal and state tax regulations

• Ability to manage multiple deadlines during peak tax seasons

• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of client financial information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong technical knowledge of tax compliance, tax law, and accounting principles

• Understanding of differences between tax and GAAP reporting (e.g., revenue recognition, expense deductibility)

• Proficiency in tax preparation and accounting software

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to conduct and interpret tax research

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial tools

Additional Desired Characteristics:

• Experience working with nonprofit or education sector clients

• Familiarity with multi-state tax filings

• Experience mentoring or training junior staff

• Ability to identify process improvements and efficiencies

• Interest in continuous professional development and staying current with tax regulations

Work Environment:

This position operates in a hybrid work environment within a regional office setting, combining in-office collaboration with remote work flexibility. The role may require extended hours during peak tax seasons to meet client deadlines.

Other Duties:

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Additional duties may be assigned as needed to support organizational objectives.

Job Tags

Work at office, Remote work

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