Senior Tax Accountant - Executive Placement Network

Senior Tax Accountant

Location: Syosset, NY (Long Island)
Job Type: Direct Hire

Job Summary

A well-established accounting firm with over 80 years of combined expertise is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to join their growing team. The firm specializes in accounting, auditing, tax estate planning, and more. This role offers the opportunity to work directly with managing partners while taking on a variety of complex tax and accounting responsibilities.

This is an on-site position requiring candidates to be local to Long Island and willing to work in-office 5 days a week, with extended hours during tax seasons and deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple client engagements, ensuring timely deliverables.
• Collaborate with all levels of staff on client projects.
• Review complex and multi-state corporate, partnership, fiduciary, and individual income tax returns.
• Prepare complex tax returns, including 1040s, 1041s, 1120s, and 1065s, as needed.
• Develop year-end tax projections and strategies for quarterly estimates and tax planning.
• Provide financial planning for high-net-worth individuals, including estates, gifting, and IRAs.
• Resolve tax notices and examinations with government agencies.
• Conduct tax research and training on various related topics.
• Oversee workflow, manage client relationships, and mentor staff accountants.
• Deliver educational client-focused communications and webinars, as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience: 3-5+ years of public accounting experience leading multiple engagements.
• Licensure: CPA preferred (or required), with a diversified tax background.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in CCH Axcess Tax, Engagement, and QuickBooks.
• Soft Skills:
  • Leadership and staff development capabilities.
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Work Requirements

• Location: Must be local to Long Island and commutable to the office in Syosset, NY (Nassau/Suffolk border).
• Work Hours: Full-time, in-office Monday through Friday, with extended hours and Saturdays during tax season.
• Remote: No remote or hybrid options are available.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary: $110,000 - $140,000 per year.
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package offered.
• Relocation Assistance: Not available.

If you’re a highly skilled tax professional with a commitment to excellence and a passion for client service, we encourage you to apply today.

Executive Placement Network (EPN) is assisting our client in filling this position. For more information or to apply, visit EPN Open Jobs.