Senior Tax Associate

TJT • Raleigh, NC

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Thomas, Judy & Tucker (TJT) is a full-service CPA firm serving North Carolina and beyond. The firm has 20 partners and more than 275 professionals, with offices in Raleigh, Greenville, Durham, Wilmington, and Cedar Point, North Carolina. TJT serves privately held businesses across industries including real estate, construction, manufacturing, hospitality, restaurants, retail, and nonprofit organizations, as well as high-net-worth individuals.

TJT is seeking a Senior Tax Associate to join its growing tax practice. The role provides strategic tax guidance and client service to businesses, families, and individuals, with a focus on middle-market clients. The associate will work with firm leadership and colleagues across service lines, build client relationships, and contribute to the growth of the firm. The position is hybrid, with a minimum of three days onsite per week at an office in Wilmington, Raleigh, Durham, or Greenville, North Carolina. The anticipated start date is Q4 2026 or January 2027.

Requirements

• At least three years of public accounting experience.
• A strong foundation in tax compliance, research, and client service.
• Experience preparing and reviewing partnership (Form 1065) and S-corporation (Form 1120-S) tax returns.
• Exposure to closely held businesses and their owners.
• Strong technical tax knowledge and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience performing federal and state tax research.
• CPA license or active pursuit of CPA certification.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with real estate, hospitality, family office groups, investment entities, or closely held operating companies.
• Proficiency with CCH Axcess Tax and Engagement software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare business and individual income tax returns, with a focus on partnerships and S corporations.
• Provide clients with tax planning and compliance guidance.
• Build and maintain client relationships through proactive communication and service.
• Conduct federal and state tax research and apply findings to client situations.
• Collaborate with partners, managers, and team members to identify opportunities to add value for clients.
• Mentor and support the development of less experienced team members.

Benefits

• Covered health insurance for employees.
• Flexible paid time off (PTO).
• 36-hour, four-day work weeks during slower times of the year for tax and audit professionals.
• Dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• Automatic employer 401(k) contribution.
• Relocation assistance.
• Parental leave.
• Opportunities to work a flexible schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed