Senior Tax Associate / Manager track | Growth-Minded CPA Firm (3+ yrs exp.)

Overview

A growing advisory-focused CPA firm is seeking a Senior Tax Associate with at least 3 years of public accounting tax experience. This full-time remote position within the U.S. offers a fast-track growth opportunity with a salary range of $90,000 to $120,000+ depending on experience, plus incentive and bonus opportunities. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), unlimited PTO, and holidays. The role requires approximately 40 hours per week during the off-season, with additional hours during peak tax season. Sponsorship is not available. The start date is ASAP.

Responsibilities

• Prepare individual and business tax returns
• Review simple returns and support tax workpapers
• Manage assigned tax tasks, timelines, and open items
• Communicate with clients regarding tax questions and deadlines
• Research tax issues and summarize findings
• Support tax planning for entrepreneurs and business owners
• Track client deliverables and follow up on missing items
• Coordinate with partners and managers on client work
• Manage competing priorities during peak tax seasons

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Enrolled Agent (EA) designation achieved or active CPA candidate status required
• Minimum of 3 years public accounting tax experience at a small to mid-sized CPA firm
• Experience preparing individual and business tax returns (e.g., Forms 1040, 1065, 1120, 1120-S)
• Client-facing tax communication experience
• Proficiency with tax software, Microsoft 365, and Excel
• Willingness to work additional hours during peak tax season

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates with stronger technical expertise, client ownership, or leadership experience may be considered for Tax Manager level roles with negotiable compensation

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $90,000 - $120,000+ (dependent on experience)
• Incentive and bonus opportunities
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Unlimited paid time off
• Paid holidays

Location

• Remote within the United States

• Sponsorship is not available