Senior Tax Accountant | Hybrid | $80K-$100K

Purple Cow Recruiting•Waverly, IA

4d•$80,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Heartline Staffing is recruiting an experienced Senior Tax Accountant for a full-time hybrid position in Waverly, Iowa. The role is intended for a public-accounting professional with a strong background in complex taxation who seeks long-term growth, client advisory responsibility, and a potential path toward firm ownership. The position requires working in the Waverly office at least three days per week, and candidates must live within practical commuting distance or be able to commute consistently. Relocation assistance is not provided. The Senior Tax Accountant leads the preparation and review of complex federal and state tax returns for individuals, C-Corporations, S-Corporations, and partnerships. The role includes proactive tax planning, client tax and financial guidance, technical research, and support for IRS and state-level tax inquiries. The accountant also helps junior staff through guidance and technical review. Compensation is $80,000–$100,000 annually, depending on experience. Long-term advancement and a potential firm ownership opportunity are available.

Requirements

At least 5 years of progressive public-accounting experience.
Significant experience with corporate, partnership, and individual taxation.
Experience preparing and reviewing complex federal and state tax returns.
Strong understanding of tax compliance, planning, and technical research.
Experience with standard tax preparation and accounting software such as UltraTax, CCH, or comparable platforms.
Ability to work in the Waverly office at least 3 days per week.
Must currently reside within practical commuting distance of Waverly, Iowa, or be able to commute consistently.

Nice To Haves

CPA (Certified Public Accountant).
EA (Enrolled Agent).
Experience mentoring or reviewing the work of junior accounting staff.
Familiarity with Northeast Iowa businesses and individual tax clients.
Interest in pursuing future firm ownership.

Responsibilities

Lead the preparation and review of complex federal and state tax returns.
Prepare and review returns for individuals, C-Corporations, S-Corporations, and partnerships.
Provide proactive tax planning based on clients' financial circumstances and goals.
Apply current federal and Iowa tax requirements to client engagements.
Serve as a trusted advisor to business and individual clients.
Provide tax and financial guidance based on clients' personal and professional circumstances.
Identify opportunities to provide broader financial solutions and strengthen long-term client relationships.
Research complex federal and state tax matters.
Stay current with evolving tax legislation and compliance requirements.
Support the resolution of IRS and state-level tax inquiries.
Ensure tax filings are accurate and compliant with applicable requirements.
Provide guidance and technical review to junior accounting staff as needed.
Support accuracy, consistency, and professional development across tax engagements.