Senior Associate, Tax

Overview

This role supports the organization’s Tax team in delivering tax compliance and advisory services. Work includes client service, issue identification, and practical recommendations across a variety of industries, with an emphasis on timely delivery, budget/scope ownership, and continuous process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide tax compliance and advisory services to:
  • Individuals (Forms 1040, 1040-NR)
  • Partnerships (Form 1065)
  • Corporations (Forms 1120, 1120-S)
• Deliver exceptional client service through timely, responsive support while building strong relationships as a trusted advisor
• Collaborate proactively with client management to identify issues and recommend practical solutions
• Own assigned tasks by organizing workflows, monitoring progress, and ensuring timely completion within budget and scope
• Use technology tools effectively and contribute to process improvement through innovation
• Complete Continuing Professional Education (CPE) requirements to maintain technical proficiency and industry knowledge
• Support the proposal process for prospective clients by contributing insights and helping articulate the firm’s capabilities and areas of expertise
• Collaborate on technical publications and contribute to internal learning and development sessions
• Represent the firm at campus recruiting events to engage with university talent and support early talent acquisition

Requirements (Minimum Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Taxation, or related field
• 2+ years of relevant tax experience in public accounting, or a combination of corporate tax and public accounting
• Must be eligible to sit for the CPA exam, meeting the educational requirements as defined by the applicable state board of accountancy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Flexibility to travel for client engagements and internal meetings, including overnight stays

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in related field
• Current and valid CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license

Compensation & Benefits

• VA Minimum Salary (USD): $82,700
• VA Maximum Salary (USD): $137,800
• Non-exempt positions may be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week.
• Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave.

Location

Virginia (salary range is for the Virginia market).