Senior Tax CPA - Practice Advisory
About The Position
An established accounting and advisory firm is seeking an experienced, licensed Certified Public Accountant to join its growing team. The firm serves privately owned professional practices, business owners, and individuals with tax, accounting, and advisory services. This role combines tax compliance and planning with hands-on advisory work, serving as a trusted resource to business owners. The CPA will own client relationships and translate financial results into practical guidance. The position requires on-site work at the firm’s office in Union County, New Jersey. The role also calls for flexibility to work extended hours during tax season.
Requirements
- Active CPA license.
- At least 8 years of public accounting experience with a focus on tax.
- Strong experience preparing and reviewing business tax returns (1120-S, 1065, and 1120) and individual tax returns (1040).
- Thorough knowledge of federal and state tax law and compliance requirements.
- Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain technical matters clearly to business owners.
- Experience reviewing staff work and supporting team development.
- Organized and dependable, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
- Flexibility to work extended hours during tax season.
- Ability to work on-site at the firm's office in Union County, New Jersey.
Nice To Haves
- Experience advising closely held businesses or professional practices is strongly preferred.
- Exposure to business valuations, transactions, or practice advisory is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for S corporations, partnerships, C corporations, individuals, trusts, and estates.
- Lead year-end tax planning and projections for business owners, including entity structuring, compensation planning, and estimated payments.
- Review client financial statements, monthly accounting, and payroll records for accuracy and tax readiness.
- Analyze practice performance and key financial metrics, and recommend ways to improve profitability and cash flow.
- Support business valuations, ownership transitions, acquisitions, and buyer and seller due diligence.
- Advise new businesses on start-up structure, financing, and accounting setup.
- Research complex tax matters and legislative updates and communicate their impact to clients.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for an assigned client portfolio, delivering responsive, proactive service.
- Review staff work and provide technical guidance and mentorship.
- Collaborate with firm leadership on complex engagements and client advisory projects.
- Manage multiple client deadlines and filing requirements throughout the year.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation based on experience.
- Performance-based bonus opportunities.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company contribution.
- Paid time off and company holidays.
- Paid continuing education (CPE) and professional development.
- Paperless, technology-forward work environment.
- Collaborative team culture with direct access to firm leadership.
- Long-term career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
