Tax Senior Associate, CPA

Tax Senior Associate

Location: Atlanta, GA

Job Overview:

Our client is seeking a Tax Senior Associate for their Atlanta office. This is a unique opportunity to join a collaborative team committed to delivering high-quality tax compliance and consulting services. As a Senior Associate, you’ll lead complex engagements, mentor junior staff, and drive results that add significant value to clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review complex tax returns, including S-Corporation, C-Corporation, partnership, multistate, and individual filings.
• Conduct initial reviews of Staff-prepared tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Develop income tax projections and prepare estimated calculations for clients.
• Perform in-depth tax research and draft clear, concise technical memoranda.
• Prepare work papers for book-to-tax differences and address technical tax issues.
• Refine expertise in a specialized area of taxation, enhancing technical knowledge and skills.
• Build strong, effective relationships with clients and team members.
• Identify potential tax issues early in the engagement planning process.
• Communicate professionally with the IRS and state tax authorities when necessary.
• Mentor and train Staff and Interns, providing valuable feedback and guidance.
• Maintain open communication with management regarding project progress and milestones.
• Actively participate in both attending and facilitating professional development and training sessions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s in Taxation or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of tax experience.
• Advanced understanding of federal and state tax regulations for individual and business taxation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong dedication to professional and client service excellence.
• Demonstrated organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.